Fresh Squeezed Valencia Orange Juice from Japan
Freshly squeezed juice from Valencia oranges, pasteurized but not concentrated, with a natural Brix value under 20, bottled for retail. Classified under HTS 2009.12.45.00 as non-frozen orange juice of Brix not exceeding 20, distinguishing it from frozen or higher Brix products. Ideal for premium 'fresh' market labeling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide pasteurization records and Brix test results to confirm not frozen and low sugar content
• Label clearly as '100% orange juice' to meet FDA standards
• Common pitfall: incorrect Brix measurement leading to higher duty reassessment