1806.31.00 - Filled

This HTS category, 1806.31.00, encompasses chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa that are presented in blocks, slabs, or bars and are "filled." This means that the products in this classification contain an internal filling, which could consist of various ingredients such as nuts, fruits, caramel, nougat, liqueurs, or other confectionery items, enclosed within the cocoa-based exterior. The defining characteristic here is the presence of a distinct filling, differentiating these items from solid blocks of chocolate.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 1806.32, which covers "not filled" items. The primary differentiator is the internal composition: 1806.31.00 specifically applies to products with an added filling, whereas 1806.32 pertains to solid chocolate bars without any such internal inclusions. Both categories share the commonality of being in blocks, slabs, or bars and containing cocoa.

Within this "filled" category, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification. The subcategory "Confectionery" suggests that items classified here are often considered a type of sweet treat or confection. Additionally, the broader subcategory "Other" (1806.31.00.80) exists to capture filled chocolate products in blocks, slabs, or bars that do not fall into more specific, detailed classifications, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all such goods.