2008.40.00.20 - In containers each holding less than 1.4 kg

This HTS category, 2008.40.00.20, specifically classifies pears that have been prepared or preserved in a manner not elsewhere specified or included, provided they are presented in containers each holding less than 1.4 kilograms. This can include a variety of forms such as canned pears, pears in syrup, dried pears, or fruit prepared with added sugar, sweetening matter, or spirit, as long as the weight criterion for the container is met. The key qualifier here is the net weight of the contents per individual container.

This classification distinguishes itself from its sibling category, 2008.40.00.40, "Other," by the specific packaging requirement. While both categories cover prepared or preserved pears, 2008.40.00.40 would encompass any prepared pears that do not meet the less-than-1.4 kg container weight limitation, or perhaps those prepared in a manner not explicitly covered by the detailed subheadings within Chapter 20, but still fall under the general heading for prepared fruits.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories under 2008.40.00.20. Therefore, classification within this specific code relies entirely on the fulfillment of the described preparation and packaging criteria for pears. Importers and exporters should ensure that documentation accurately reflects the net weight of the contents per container to facilitate correct customs processing under this detailed classification.