2008.30.42.90 - Other

This HTS classification, 2008.30.42.90, pertains to "Other" prepared or preserved satsuma mandarins, specifically those packaged in airtight containers. This category encompasses satsumas that do not fall under the "Containing cane and/or beet sugar" sibling classification (2008.30.42.10). The distinction lies in the absence of added cane or beet sugar as a primary sweetening agent. Products classified here would typically be packed in their own juice, water, or other natural liquids without the addition of crystalline sugars derived from cane or beet.

The scope of this classification is limited to satsuma mandarins that are preserved through methods that utilize airtight containers to ensure shelf-stability. Examples may include whole or segmented satsumas in brine, unsweetened fruit juice, or other preservatives that do not involve cane or beet sugar. The key differentiating factor for this specific sub-heading is the absence of added cane or beet sugar, setting it apart from other preparations of satsumas within the broader category of prepared or preserved citrus fruit.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus remains on clearly defining the precise criteria for inclusion within this classification: satsuma mandarins, prepared or preserved in airtight containers, where the primary preservation method does not involve the addition of cane and/or beet sugar. This ensures accurate customs declarations and consistent application of trade regulations for importers and exporters.