Frozen Single-Strength Grapefruit Juice

Frozen grapefruit juice at single-strength dilution (Brix ~10-12 ≤20), intended for direct thawing and consumption. Classified in HTS 2009.21.40.20 as frozen 'Other' grapefruit juice meeting unfermented, low Brix criteria.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2009.21Same rate: 17.5%

If Brix exceeds 20 but still low concentration

Grapefruit juice over 20 Brix moves to higher Brix subheadings even if frozen.

0713.10.20Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If dried or dehydrated rather than frozen

Dried grapefruit in pulses form is under Chapter 07 peas/legumes/beans, not fruit juices.

2202.99.30Higher: 25% vs 17.5%

If carbonated or with added water exceeding juice content

Beverage mixtures with low fruit content or carbonation fall under non-alcoholic beverages in Chapter 22.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide Brix hydrometer readings corrected to 20°C; single-strength typically qualifies under ≤20

Avoid sugar addition exceeding 'other sweetening matter' to prevent shift to flavored categories