2201.10.00.00 - Mineral waters and aerated waters

This HTS classification, 2201.10.00.00, specifically covers natural mineral waters and artificial mineral waters, as well as aerated waters. These beverages are characterized by their natural mineral content or the artificial addition of minerals to achieve a similar profile. Crucially, for inclusion in this category, these waters must not contain any added sugar or other sweetening matter, nor should they be flavored. The primary characteristic is the pure or mineralized water content.

The distinction between this subcategory and its sibling, 2201.90.00.00 (Other), lies in the specific types of water. While this code is dedicated to mineral and aerated waters with no added sweeteners or flavors, the "Other" category would encompass other types of water not meeting these specific criteria, such as plain water not classified elsewhere, or potentially waters with very minor additions that do not constitute flavoring or sweetening.

As 2201.10.00.00 is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification within this code is determined by the presence of mineral properties (natural or artificial) and the absence of added sugars, sweetening matter, or flavoring. This ensures that only pure or mineralized waters, including those that are carbonated, are accurately captured under this specific tariff line, distinguishing them from other water-based beverages.