NFC Pasteurized Orange Juice Glass Bottle
Not-from-concentrate pasteurized orange juice in glass bottles, with a Brix value not exceeding 20, distributed under refrigeration. This product is unfermented and contains no added spirit, qualifying under tariff item 2009.12.00 as non-frozen orange juice of low Brix value.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the juice is frozen
Frozen orange juice falls under a different tariff item within heading 20.09.
If the Brix value exceeds 20
Orange juice with a higher Brix value is classified separately.
If mixed with other fruit juices
Blends of orange juice with other juices are classified under the mixed juice subheading.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the Brix value is documented and does not exceed 20 at the time of importation
• Keep records of pasteurization and refrigeration chain to demonstrate the product is not frozen
• Verify that no added spirit or fermentation has occurred, as this would change classification
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