Not concentrated
Fruit or nut juices (including grape must and coconut water) and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter: > Juice of any other single citrus fruit: > Of a Brix value not exceeding 20: > Lime: > Unfit for beverage purposes > Not concentrated
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 2009.31.10.20
Unfit Lime Juice for Industrial Flavoring
This lime juice has a Brix value not exceeding 20, is not concentrated, and is unfit for beverage purposes due to bitterness from improper processing. It is classified under HTS 2009.31.10.20 as juice of a single citrus fruit (lime) meeting the unfermented, low Brix criteria for non-beverage use. Primarily used in food manufacturing for flavor extracts.
Key Lime Juice Extract for Candy Production
Non-concentrated key lime juice with Brix ≤20, rendered unfit for beverages through enzymatic treatment causing undesirable taste. Fits HTS 2009.31.10.20 as single citrus fruit juice unfit for beverage purposes. Used specifically in confectionery for authentic key lime flavor.
Industrial Mexican Lime Juice Base
Mexican lime juice with Brix value ≤20, unconcentrated, and unfit for beverages owing to fermentation onset. Falls under 2009.31.10.20 as single citrus (lime) juice for non-beverage purposes. Serves as base for sauces and marinades in food processing.
Seedless Lime Juice for Cosmetics
Seedless lime juice, unconcentrated with Brix ≤20, unfit for beverages from peel oil extraction byproducts. HTS 2009.31.10.20 applies to this single citrus unfit juice. Used in cosmetic astringents and toners.
Persian Lime Juice for Pharmaceutical Bitters
Unconcentrated Persian lime juice, Brix not over 20, unfit for beverages due to high acidity levels from green harvesting. Classified in 2009.31.10.20 as other single citrus juice unfit for beverage use. Applied in pharma for digestive bitters and syrup bases.
Tahiti Lime Juice for Cleaning Formulations
Tahiti lime juice, not concentrated, Brix ≤20, unfit for human consumption as beverage due to solvent residues from extraction. Meets HTS 2009.31.10.20 for lime juice unfit for beverages. Utilized in industrial cleaners for natural acidity.
Bearss Lime Juice for Vinegar Production
Bearss lime juice, Brix not exceeding 20, not concentrated, unfit for beverage due to acetic acid precursors. Classified HTS 2009.31.10.20 for unfit lime juice. Precursor in natural vinegar fermentation processes.