2002.10.00.20 - In containers holding less than 1.4 kg

This HTS classification covers tomatoes that have been prepared or preserved, excluding those preserved in vinegar or acetic acid. Specifically, it pertains to whole or piece tomatoes packaged in containers weighing less than 1.4 kilograms. This includes items like diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, or whole peeled tomatoes in cans, jars, or other small retail-sized packaging where the net weight of the contents is under the specified threshold. The key criterion for this classification is the method of preservation and the net weight of the container.

This category is distinct from its sibling, 2002.10.00.80, which encompasses "Other" preparations of tomatoes otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. While both cover preserved tomatoes, the sibling category is for those packaged in containers weighing 1.4 kilograms or more, or for any other preparation not meeting the specific weight criteria of this node. Therefore, the size and weight of the container are the primary differentiators between these two sibling classifications.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is determined by the nature of the preserved tomato (whole or in pieces), the exclusion of vinegar/acetic acid preservation, and the net weight of the container being less than 1.4 kilograms. Examples include small cans of diced tomatoes for home cooking or small jars of tomato puree intended for individual use.