100% Frozen Grapefruit Juice
100% frozen grapefruit juice is pure, unadulterated juice extracted from grapefruit and frozen in blocks or pouches for bulk use in beverages. It is unfermented, contains no added spirit, and is classified under tariff item 2009.29.00 as 'other' grapefruit juice, meeting the criteria for frozen products in this subheading.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the juice is from oranges rather than grapefruit
Orange juice is classified under a different subheading within heading 20.09.
If the juice is a blend containing orange juice
Blends of fruit juices may fall under the 'other' subheading for orange juice if orange juice predominates.
If the juice is from a fruit other than grapefruit or pomelo
Juices from other fruits are classified under the 'other' subheading of heading 20.09.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the juice is unfermented and free of added spirit, with an alcohol content not exceeding 0.5% vol, to qualify for this tariff item
• Verify the Brix value if the juice is concentrated, as higher Brix may affect classification
• Keep shipping documents showing the product is frozen at import to support the tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2009.29.00
Bulk Frozen Grapefruit Juice
Bulk frozen grapefruit juice is large-volume frozen juice intended for industrial reconstitution into drinks. It is unfermented, without added spirit, and classified under tariff item 2009.29.00 as 'other' frozen grapefruit juice, suitable for commercial food use.
Bulk Grapefruit Juice
Bulk grapefruit juice, unfermented and not containing added spirit, packaged for industrial use rather than retail sale. It falls under tariff item 2009.29.00 as 'other' grapefruit juice, not meeting the specific Brix value or homogenized preparation criteria of other subheadings.
Citrus Grandis Pomelo Juice
Pure juice from Citrus grandis pomelo, unfermented and without added spirit, imported for its distinct botanical variety. This product fits under tariff item 2009.29.00 as 'other' pomelo juice, as it is not homogenized for infants or specified by Brix value.
Cold-Pressed Pomelo Juice
Cold-pressed pomelo juice retaining natural enzymes, unfermented and raw, marketed as a premium product. It falls under tariff item 2009.29.00 as 'other' pomelo juice, not meeting the homogenized or Brix-specific subheadings.
Flash-Pasteurized Grapefruit Juice
Flash-pasteurized grapefruit juice for extended shelf life, unfermented and without added spirit. This product is classified under tariff item 2009.29.00 as 'other' grapefruit juice, as pasteurization does not affect its subheading.
Frozen Concentrated Pomelo Juice
Frozen concentrated pomelo juice has water removed to increase its Brix value, then frozen for storage and transport. It is unfermented, contains no added spirit, and is classified under tariff item 2009.29.00 as 'other' frozen pomelo juice, meeting the criteria for this subheading.