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.

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.

3402.90.50Higher: 38.7% vs 17.5%

If incorporated into surface-active cleaners

Juice used in detergent formulations classifies as cleaning preparations.

2009.31.20Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If fit for saccharine beverage production

Lower acidity or processed to be potable shifts to beverage-fit category.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 17.5%

If chemically modified for industrial solvents

Modified juices become chemical preparations not elsewhere specified.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify non-food grade on invoices and include residue analysis proving unfitness

Ensure containers meet food-contact standards even for industrial use if repurposed

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