Frozen NFC Orange Juice

Frozen Not-From-Concentrate (NFC) orange juice is freshly squeezed juice flash-frozen without concentration, preserving fresh flavor. Under HTS 2009.11.00 as it is frozen orange juice, unfermented, and spirit-free.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2009.12.45Lower: 7.5% vs 25%

If thawed and imported as single-strength NFC

Non-frozen single-strength juice uses different subheadings based on Brix and form.

2009.90.40Same rate: 25%

If mixed with other vegetable juices

Juice mixtures not purely orange fall under unspecified mixtures in 2009.90.

2106.90.26Lower: 17.5% vs 25%

If fortified with vitamins or minerals beyond trace amounts

Vitamin-fortified juices may be seen as food preparations rather than pure juices.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide lab tests confirming no concentration process to distinguish from standard concentrates

• Use insulated containers and monitor temperature logs to maintain frozen integrity during ocean freight

• Ensure country-of-origin labeling matches juice source to qualify for any preferential tariffs

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Frozen Concentrated Orange Juice

Frozen concentrated orange juice is orange juice with water removed to increase concentration, then frozen for preservation and transport. It falls under HTS 2009.11.00 as frozen orange juice, unfermented and not containing added spirit, typically used for reconstitution into single-strength juice.

Frozen Florida Valencia Orange Juice Concentrate

This is frozen concentrate made from Valencia oranges grown in Florida, reduced to about 42° Brix and frozen in bulk drums. Classified under HTS 2009.11.00 for its frozen state and as pure unfermented orange juice without added spirit.

Frozen Blood Orange Juice Concentrate

Concentrate from blood oranges, characterized by red pigmentation, frozen at high Brix for premium beverage use. Classified in HTS 2009.11.00 specifically for frozen orange juice varieties, unfermented without spirit.

Frozen Pulp-Free Orange Juice Concentrate

Pulp-free frozen concentrate where pulp is removed post-extraction before evaporation and freezing. Fits HTS 2009.11.00 as clarified frozen orange juice without fermentation or spirit.

Frozen Organic Orange Juice Concentrate

Certified organic frozen concentrate from oranges grown without synthetic pesticides, frozen solid for export. Under HTS 2009.11.00 as standard frozen orange juice; organic status affects certifications but not base classification.

Frozen Sicilian Orange Juice Concentrate

Frozen concentrate from Sicilian blood or blonde oranges, known for intense flavor, at 58-62° Brix. Classified under HTS 2009.11.00 for all frozen orange juices regardless of variety.