1901.10.11.00 - Described in additional U.S. note 2 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

This HTS category, 1901.10.11.00, specifically covers infant formula that contains oligosaccharides and is intended for infants, packaged for retail sale. The primary characteristic differentiating these products is the presence of oligosaccharides, which are short-chain carbohydrates that can act as prebiotics, supporting beneficial gut bacteria. These preparations are formulated to meet the specific nutritional needs of infants and young children.

It is crucial to distinguish this subcategory from its sibling, 1901.10.16.00, which encompasses "Other" preparations suitable for infants. While both fall under the broader umbrella of infant preparations containing over 10 percent milk solids, the key differentiator here is the explicit inclusion of oligosaccharides. Products classified under 1901.10.16.00 would include infant formulas that do not contain oligosaccharides or where their presence is not a defining characteristic for classification.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories to explore under 1901.10.11.00. Therefore, the focus for classification purposes lies solely on verifying the presence of oligosaccharides within infant formula that meets the preceding criteria of being suitable for infants, put up for retail sale, and containing over 10 percent milk solids. The official U.S. additional note 2 provides further guidance for specific entries within this provision.