2106.90.42.00 - Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions

This classification, HTS Code 2106.90.42.00, pertains to specific syrups derived from cane or beet sugar that contain added coloring matter but are explicitly free of any added flavoring. These syrups are generally understood to be prepared food ingredients or preparations not elsewhere specified or included within Chapter 21. The defining characteristic for this category is the presence of coloring agents to enhance visual appeal, coupled with the absence of added flavorings that would alter their inherent taste profile beyond that derived from the sugar source.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 2106.90.44.00, which covers syrups derived from cane or beet sugar that are described in additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions. While both may involve sugar syrups, the classification here focuses on the presence of added coloring and the exclusion of added flavoring as the primary determinative factors, rather than specific additional U.S. notes. The sibling category 2106.90.46.00 encompasses all "Other" syrups within the broader "Syrups derived from cane or beet sugar, containing added coloring but not added flavoring matter" heading, serving as a residual category for those not meeting the specific criteria of 2106.90.42.00 or 2106.90.44.00.

As this HTS code represents a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification under 2106.90.42.00 is final, based on the strict adherence to the criteria of being a sugar syrup with added coloring and no added flavoring. Importers should ensure that the product's composition precisely matches these requirements to avoid misclassification.