High-Brix Apple Juice Concentrate
High-Brix apple juice concentrate with a Brix value exceeding 20°, including added sweetening matter, unfermented and spirit-free. It falls under tariff item 2009.79.19 as 'Other' apple juice, as it does not meet the criteria for low-Brix or frozen categories. This concentrate is used for reconstitution into beverages.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported for use in the manufacture of fruit juices or juice beverages
This item is for concentrated apple juice used in manufacturing, potentially with a different duty rate.
If the Brix value is below 20°
Non-concentrated apple juice falls under this other item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the Brix value with a refractometer reading at 20°C
• Ensure no fermentation has occurred and alcohol content is below 0.5% vol
• Provide a certificate of analysis to support the concentration level
Related Products under Tariff item 2009.79.19
Apple Cider Juice Blend
Blend of apple juice and fermented-style cider notes (non-alcoholic), with sugar, unfermented overall. 'Other' under tariff item 2009.79.19 for apple-based juices not elsewhere specified. Mimics traditional cider without spirit.
Certified Organic Apple Juice Concentrate
Concentrated apple juice derived from certified organic apples, unfermented and without added spirit, with added sugar for sweetness. It falls under tariff item 2009.79.19 as 'Other' apple juice, as it is concentrated but not frozen and does not meet low-Brix specifications. Organic certification does not affect the tariff classification.
Certified Organic Cloudy Apple Juice
A non-filtered, cloudy apple juice made from certified organic apples, unfermented with no added spirit and minimal added sweetening matter. It is classified under tariff item 2009.79.19 as 'Other' apple juice, as it is not concentrated and does not meet low-Brix specifications. The cloudy appearance is due to retained pulp.
Certified Organic Flash-Pasteurized Apple Juice
Apple juice from certified organic sources, gently flash-pasteurized to preserve freshness while remaining unfermented and spirit-free. It falls under tariff item 2009.79.19 as 'Other' apple juice, outside specific Brix or frozen categories. Flash pasteurization is a preservation method that does not alter classification.
Certified Organic Low-Acid Apple Juice
Specially processed certified organic apple juice with reduced acidity for sensitive consumers, unfermented and without spirits. It is classified under tariff item 2009.79.19 as 'Other' apple juice, as it is not concentrated and does not meet low-Brix specifications. Used in infant or medical diets.
Clear Filtered Apple Juice
Premium clear apple juice obtained by filtration, with added sugar, unfermented and not containing spirit. It is classified in tariff item 2009.79.19 as 'Other' apple juice, distinct from cloudy, concentrated, or low-Brix variants. The filtration process removes solids for clarity.