Tahiti Lime Juice for Cleaning Formulations from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify non-food grade on invoices and include residue analysis proving unfitness
• Ensure containers meet food-contact standards even for industrial use if repurposed