2202.99.91 - Other

This HTS category, 2202.99.91, encompasses "other" non-alcoholic beverages not specifically categorized elsewhere within heading 2202. These are beverages that do not fall under the descriptions of milk-based drinks or fruit/vegetable juices fortified with vitamins or minerals. The key distinguishing factor here is the absence of milk or fruit/vegetable juice as a primary component, and they are not flavored solely with such juices. Instead, this classification is for a diverse range of flavored or sweetened non-alcoholic beverages.

The scope of this category is broad, and it serves as a residual classification for non-alcoholic beverages that are sweetened, contain added sugar or other sweetening matter, or are flavored, but do not fit into more specific subheadings. Examples could include flavored water that does not have fruit juice as a base, carbonated beverages with added flavors and sweeteners that are not fruit-juice based, or novelty non-alcoholic drinks. It is important to differentiate these from beverages where fruit, nut, or vegetable juices of heading 2009 are the primary constituent, even if sweetened or flavored.

This classification is further broken down into two subcategories to refine the classification based on packaging. The subcategory 2202.99.91.10 specifically covers these "other" beverages when presented in aluminum containers. The subcategory 2202.99.91.20, designated as "Other," encompasses all other presentations of these beverages not in aluminum containers, such as those in plastic bottles, glass bottles, cartons, or cans made of other materials.