2005.99.80.00 - Artichokes

This HTS category, 2005.99.80.00, specifically classifies prepared artichokes that are not preserved in vinegar or acetic acid and are not frozen. These preparations are considered "other vegetables" within the broader scope of Chapter 20, which covers vegetables and fruit prepared or preserved in ways other than simple drying or freezing. The "other than products of heading 2006" note is crucial here, as heading 2006 pertains to vegetables preserved by sugar, which is not the case for the products classified under 2005.

Within the "Other vegetables and mixtures of vegetables" group, this subcategory distinguishes itself by its focus on artichokes. Sibling categories at this level cover distinct items such as carrots, onions, sauerkraut, water chestnuts, and various types of peppers. While all fall under the umbrella of "other vegetables prepared or preserved," the specific botanical identity and processing method of artichokes sets them apart for tariff purposes.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions within this specific HTS code. Classification at this level relies on the definitive identification of the product as prepared artichokes, processed and preserved by methods other than vinegar, acetic acid, or sugar, and not in a frozen state. This ensures precise application of import and export duties based on the specific commodity.