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.
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
Orange juice has its own subheading within heading 20.09.
If the juice is a blend with orange juice
Blends are classified based on the predominant juice.
If the juice is from a fruit other than grapefruit or pomelo
Other fruit juices fall under a different subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• For bulk shipments, ensure the product is clearly labeled as frozen and unfermented to avoid misclassification
• If the juice is concentrated, check the Brix value and consider whether it meets the criteria for other subheadings
• Maintain records of the juice's origin and processing to facilitate CBSA clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 2009.29.00
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.
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.