2204.10.00.65 - Certified organic

This HTS category, 2204.10.00.65, specifically identifies sparkling wine that is valued at over $1.59 per liter and has been certified as organic. This classification applies to effervescent wines produced from the fermentation of fresh grapes, where the fizziness is a result of a secondary fermentation process. The "certified organic" designation signifies that the wine has been produced in accordance with recognized organic farming and winemaking standards, which typically involve restrictions on the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers, as well as certain additives during production.

The key differentiator for this subcategory, 2204.10.00.65, lies in its dual criteria: both its value exceeding $1.59 per liter and its certified organic status. This distinguishes it from its sibling category, 2204.10.00.75, which covers "Other" sparkling wines valued over $1.59 per liter that do not meet the organic certification requirements. While both fall under the broader umbrella of sparkling wine exceeding the specified value threshold, the organic certification is the exclusive criterion for inclusion here.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories that subdivide this specific classification. Therefore, the focus for classification remains on confirming the product is indeed sparkling wine, its value is above $1.59 per liter, and that it possesses valid certification demonstrating its organic origin. Importers must ensure that documentation supporting the organic certification is readily available to customs authorities.