2206.00.90.40 - Other

This HTS category, 2206.00.90.40, specifically covers "Other" fermented beverages, mixtures of fermented beverages, and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages that are not elsewhere specified or included within Chapter 22. It acts as a residual category for fermented drinks and their mixes that do not fit into more precise classifications. This includes a wide array of products, such as certain types of fruit wines, traditional beverages from various cultures, and custom beverage blends, provided they meet the general definition of a fermented beverage and are not explicitly listed under other subheadings.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 2206.00.90.30, is crucial. The sibling category pertains specifically to fermented beverages and their mixtures that are packaged in aluminum containers. Therefore, 2206.00.90.40 applies to all other such beverages and mixtures that are *not* in aluminum containers, regardless of their composition or origin. The primary differentiator here is the packaging material, with this subheading encompassing all remaining options.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification decisions under 2206.00.90.40 will therefore hinge on confirming that a product is a fermented beverage or a mixture thereof, that it is not classifiable elsewhere in Chapter 22, and that it does not fall under the specific packaging criteria of its sibling categories. Examples could include artisanal ciders, perries, or meads bottled in glass, or unique blends of fermented fruit juices with non-alcoholic components packaged in cartons or plastic.