Bearss Lime Juice for Vinegar Production from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include intended end-use statement as vinegar substrate to support classification
• Test for alcohol content <0.5% vol to stay in 2009 per chapter note