1806.31.00.49 - Other

This HTS classification, 1806.31.00.49, pertains to confectionery products containing cocoa that are presented in blocks, slabs, or bars, and are filled. These items are distinct from confectionery that is not filled, and also from other forms of food preparations containing cocoa that do not meet the specific criteria of being confectionery, filled, and in block, slab, or bar form. The key characteristic for inclusion here is the presence of a filling within the cocoa-based confectionery.

This category serves as a residual "Other" classification for filled confectionery in blocks, slabs, or bars, meaning it captures all such products that do not fall under a more specific sibling category. For example, sibling category 1806.31.00.41 specifically covers filled confectionery containing peanuts, peanut butter, or peanut paste. Therefore, 1806.31.00.49 would encompass filled confectionery where the filling is not primarily derived from peanuts, such as those filled with caramel, nougat, fruit, or other similar ingredients, provided they are in the specified form.

As a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions within this category. Classification at this level relies on identifying that the product is indeed confectionery, contains cocoa, is presented in a block, slab, or bar form, and is filled with a substance other than those specifically enumerated in preceding subheadings. The "Other" designation ensures a comprehensive capture of all applicable goods within this granular level of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.