No Added Sugar Grapefruit Juice from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document natural Brix levels with supplier specs to prove no added sugar, preventing shifts to sweetened subheadings
• Ensure containers are food-grade and comply with FDA juice safety standards, including pasteurization records
• Avoid bulk packaging over retail sizes to prevent potential reclassification as industrial product