Unfit Lime Juice for Industrial Flavoring
This is lime juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented and not containing added spirit, and is unfit for beverage purposes due to bitterness from improper processing. It is classified under tariff item 2009.31.00 as juice of any other single citrus fruit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
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 Brix value exceeds 20
Juice of any other single citrus fruit with a Brix value over 20 falls under this alternative tariff item.
If the juice is from a citrus fruit not covered by other subheadings
This covers other single citrus fruit juices not elsewhere specified, with different Brix thresholds.
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
• Ensure the Brix value is documented as not exceeding 20 at 20°C, as per the CBSA's testing standards
• Declare the product as unfit for beverage purposes with supporting documentation to avoid reclassification
• Verify if a food import licence is required under the Safe Food for Canadians Act
Related Products under Tariff item 2009.31.00
Acidulant Lime Juice for Vinegar Production
Acidulant lime juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented and without added spirit, supplied as an acidic starter for industrial vinegar fermentation. The juice is rendered unfit for beverage consumption, aligning with the tariff item for single citrus fruit juices of low Brix value.
Australian Finger Lime Juice Concentrate
This is concentrated juice from Australian finger limes, with a Brix value not exceeding 20, processed to be unfit for beverage purposes for use in gourmet sauces. It is classified under tariff item 2009.31.00 as juice of any other single citrus fruit, unfermented and not containing added spirit.
Bartender's Lime Juice
Premium, not concentrated lime juice for bartenders, with a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, and without added spirit. It is sold in squeeze bottles for cocktail service. This product falls under tariff item 2009.31.00 as juice of any other single citrus fruit with a Brix value not exceeding 20.
Bartender's Lime Juice Squeeze
Fresh-squeezed style lime juice for bars, with a Brix value not exceeding 20. It is unfermented, contains no added spirit, and is derived from a single citrus fruit (lime). This product is suitable for beverage preparation and falls under tariff item 2009.31.00 as juice of any other single citrus fruit with a Brix value not exceeding 20.
Bearss Lime Juice for Vinegar Production
Bearss lime juice for vinegar production, with a Brix value not exceeding 20, not concentrated, unfit for beverage due to acetic acid precursors. This single citrus juice is used as a precursor in natural vinegar fermentation processes.
Biotech Lime Juice Culture Medium
Biotech lime juice culture medium with a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented and without added spirit, used as a nutrient base for microbial cultivation. The juice is unfit for beverage use due to its specialized processing, fitting the tariff item for single citrus fruit juices.