Dietetic Low-Brix Grapefruit Juice
Grapefruit juice formulated for dietetic purposes with Brix not exceeding 20, unfermented, no added spirit. Classifies in 2009.21.4040 as 'other' due to not meeting homogenized infant food criteria in notes. Packaged for retail under 250g would still prioritize this over 2007.10.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finely homogenized for infants in ≤250g retail containers
Homogenized fruit prep for infants takes precedence over juice headings per subheading note.
If for pure single-strength dietetic variant
Dietetic single-strength juice would use the specific provision before 'other'.
If apple-based instead with similar properties
Other fruit juices like apple have distinct subheadings based on primary fruit.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label as 'dietetic' only if qualified, with clinical data if claiming health benefits to avoid FDA violations
• Ensure no infant-specific claims, as homogenized versions ≤250g would shift per subheading notes
• Batch test for microbial safety under FDA juice HACCP to prevent recalls
Related Products under HTS 2009.21.40.40
Organic Pink Grapefruit Juice
Pure organic pink grapefruit juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented and without added spirit, packaged for retail. It falls under HTS 2009.21.4040 as 'other' grapefruit juice not exceeding 20 Brix, distinct from single-strength or concentrated forms. This classification applies to its low sugar content measured at 20°C.
No Added Sugar Grapefruit Juice
Unsweetened grapefruit juice with Brix ≤20, derived from fresh fruit, unfermented, and suitable for retail sale. Classified in 2009.21.4040 as 'other' grapefruit juice not single-strength and Brix not exceeding 20. Excludes any added sweetening matter beyond natural content.
POM Wonderful Style Pomelo Juice
Fresh pomelo juice with Brix value under 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, marketed as a healthy citrus drink. Fits HTS 2009.21.4040 for 'other' pomelo juice not exceeding 20 Brix. Pomelo is explicitly covered alongside grapefruit in this subheading.
Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit Juice Blend
Lightly processed grapefruit juice from concentrate reconstitution to Brix ≤20, unfermented for retail. Under 2009.21.4040 as 'other' non-single-strength grapefruit juice with low Brix. Not homogenized for infants, per chapter notes.
Retail Pomelo Citrus Juice
Bottled pomelo juice with natural Brix ≤20, unfermented, for supermarket retail sale. Falls under HTS 2009.21.4040 as 'other' pomelo juice not exceeding 20 Brix. Distinguished from industrial bulk by retail packaging.
Pasteurized Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
Pasteurized ruby red grapefruit juice at Brix ≤20, unfermented, shelf-stable for retail. HTS 2009.21.4040 covers this as 'other' low-Brix grapefruit juice. Pasteurization increases viscosity but fits 'obtained by cooking' note indirectly.