Low-Brix Pasteurized Orange Juice Carton
Pasteurized orange juice adjusted to low Brix (under 20) for lighter taste, not frozen, in multi-serve cartons. HTS 2009.12.45.00 covers this as other orange juice not frozen with Brix not exceeding 20. Meets chapter notes for unfermented juices.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If seasonal Brix increase
Ripening can push Brix over 20, changing subheading.
If in retail-ready multi-juice packs
If packed with other juices for retail, it becomes a mixture.
If dried and powdered
Dried fruit juices classify under dehydrated provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Refractometer certification at 20°C mandatory; declare exact Brix on entry
• Pitfall: failing to account for seasonal Brix variations in sourcing
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