1901.90.25.00 - Puddings ready for immediate consumption without further preparation

This HTS classification, 1901.90.25.00, specifically covers puddings that are formulated and packaged for immediate consumption without requiring any further preparation. This means the product, as presented to customs, is ready to be eaten as is, whether chilled or at room temperature, and does not necessitate cooking, heating, or mixing with other ingredients. The key criterion is the "ready for immediate consumption" aspect, distinguishing it from pudding mixes or semi-prepared desserts.

Within the broader heading of "Malt extract; food preparations of flour, groats, meal, starch or malt extract, not containing cocoa or containing less than 40 percent by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included," this specific subheading stands apart. It differentiates itself from other categories such as dry mixtures (1901.90.28.00) which require reconstitution, or cajeta not made from cow's milk (1901.90.32.00) which represents a distinct type of confectionary. It also falls under the "Other" residual category within its broader parent, indicating a specific product type not otherwise detailed in more granular subheadings.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification relies heavily on the precise interpretation of "ready for immediate consumption without further preparation." Examples of products that would fall under this code include pre-packaged individual servings of custard, rice pudding, or tapioca pudding that are sold directly for consumption without any additional steps by the consumer. The absence of further subdivisions signifies that once a product meets the criteria of being a ready-to-eat pudding, it is classified here.