1704.90.10.00 - Candied nuts

This classification, HTS 1704.90.10.00, specifically covers candied nuts. This includes nuts, such as almonds, peanuts, cashews, or walnuts, that have been coated or preserved in sugar syrup, crystallized sugar, or other sweetening agents. The key characteristic is the presence of a sugar coating that transforms the nut into a confection ready for consumption. Examples include sugared almonds, honey-roasted nuts, or nuts enrobed in a hard candy shell.

While this category is within the broader "Other" subheadings of sugar confectionery not containing cocoa, it is distinct from other potential "candied" items that might not primarily feature nuts as the core component. For instance, if a confection consisted of candied fruits with a minor inclusion of nuts, it would likely fall under a different subheading based on the primary ingredient. Similarly, chocolate-coated nuts would be classified under Chapter 18 (Cocoa and cocoa preparations).

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories under HTS 1704.90.10.00. Therefore, the focus for classification here is on identifying products where the primary ingredient is a nut and the defining characteristic is its treatment with sugar to create a sweet confection. Classification hinges on the presence of a sugar coating or preservation method applied to nuts, rendering them ready for direct consumption as a sweetmeat.