2202.10.00.65 - In aluminum containers

This HTS classification, 2202.10.00.65, specifically covers non-alcoholic beverages that are presented in aluminum containers. This designation applies to waters, including mineral and aerated waters, that have had sugar or other sweetening matter added, or have been flavored. It also encompasses other non-alcoholic beverages falling under heading 2202, excluding fruit, nut, or vegetable juices of heading 2009. The critical defining characteristic for this subcategory is the packaging material – aluminum.

The distinction between this category and its sibling, 2202.10.00.75 ("Other"), lies solely in the packaging. While both cover flavored or sweetened waters and other non-alcoholic beverages, 2202.10.00.75 would apply if these beverages were packaged in materials other than aluminum, such as plastic bottles, glass containers, or cartons. Therefore, the presence of an aluminum container is the sole determining factor for classification under 2202.10.00.65.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories branching from this specific classification. Classification under 2202.10.00.65 is final once the product meets the criteria of being a flavored or sweetened water or other non-alcoholic beverage (excluding juices of heading 2009) and is presented in an aluminum container.