Organic Pasteurized Orange Juice
Organic pasteurized orange juice is 100% orange juice heated to kill bacteria, packaged for retail without concentration or reconstitution. Classified under HTS 2009.19.00.00 as 'other' orange juice since it doesn't meet criteria for frozen concentrate, single-strength NFC, or specific Brix-defined subheadings. It remains unfermented with no added spirit.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not pasteurized and considered single-strength fresh
Fresh, unpasteurized single-strength juice qualifies for the not-from-concentrate subheading.
If imported frozen as whole fruit rather than processed juice
Frozen whole oranges are classified as fruit, not juice products.
If containing added spirit exceeding 0.5% vol
Per chapter note, juices with alcohol content shift to Chapter 22 beverages.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA organic certification and provide lab tests for Brix and alcohol content to confirm 2009.19 classification
• Declare pasteurization method and ensure containers meet food-grade standards to prevent FDA holds
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'fresh' which could trigger scrutiny under NFC subheadings
Related Products under HTS 2009.19.00.00
Frozen Concentrate Orange Juice
Frozen concentrate orange juice is orange juice with a significant portion of water removed, resulting in a thick, pourable concentrate typically sold frozen for reconstitution. It falls under HTS 2009.19.00.00 as 'other' orange juice, unfermented, not containing added spirit, distinct from single-strength or reconstituted not-from-concentrate varieties. This classification applies to concentrates not specifically covered under other subheadings like 2009.11 or 2009.12.
Orange Juice with Pulp
Orange juice with pulp contains visible fruit pulp particles, pasteurized and packaged for retail consumption without concentration. It is classified in HTS 2009.19.00.00 as 'other' orange juice, not fitting single-strength NFC or Brix-specific categories, and remains unfermented without added spirit.
Dehydrated Orange Juice Powder
Dehydrated orange juice powder is spray-dried orange juice concentrate with water removed to form a soluble powder for reconstitution. It falls under HTS 2009.19.00.00 as 'other' orange juice not specified elsewhere, unfermented and without added spirit, though primarily used in beverages or baking.
Cold-Pressed Orange Juice
Cold-pressed orange juice is extracted mechanically without heat, minimally processed to retain nutrients, and pasteurized lightly for shelf life. Classified under HTS 2009.19.00.00 as 'other' orange juice since it doesn't specify NFC single-strength or concentration criteria, unfermented with no spirit.
Orange Juice Blend 100% Juice
Orange juice blend made from 100% multiple orange varieties, unfermented and sweetened lightly, packaged for retail. It is 'other' under HTS 2009.19.00.00 as blends don't fit single-variety NFC or concentrate subheadings, with no added spirit.
Aseptic Orange Juice
Aseptic orange juice is ultra-high temperature processed and sterile-filled into shelf-stable cartons without refrigeration. Classified as HTS 2009.19.00.00 'other' orange juice, unfermented, not fitting NFC or concentrate specifics.