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.

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.

2009.29.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If higher Brix pomelo variants

Pomelo juice exceeding 20 Brix moves to the 'other' higher Brix category.

0713.10Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If dried or dehydrated rather than juiced

Dried legumes or vegetables don't apply, but dried fruit parts would shift chapters.

2008.50Higher: 39.8% vs 17.5%

If containing apricots or pears erroneously

Juices of different fruits like apricots have separate headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify retail net weight on invoices to differentiate from bulk shipments potentially reclassed

Obtain organic certification if claimed, as grapefruit/pomelo residues are heavily tested

Declare exact Brix on entry to CBP for accurate duty assessment

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.

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.

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.