Lime Juice for Leather Tanning
Industrial lime juice extract (Brix ≤20), denatured and acidic for use in leather tanning processes, explicitly unfit for beverage consumption. Fits 2009.31.10 as lime citrus juice, low Brix, non-beverage per subheading. Provides natural citric acid in tanning baths.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If tanning extracts derived
Processed into synthetic tanning substances under Chapter 32.
If same product but fit for beverages
Lack of denaturants would classify it as beverage-purpose lime juice.
If finishing agents for textiles/leather
Formulated into finishing preparations shifts to Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include tannery end-user certification to support non-food use
• Comply with hazardous material shipping if acidity requires it
• Document exact Brix via official methods to match subheading note
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Industrial Lime Juice Concentrate
A highly concentrated lime juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20, specifically processed and denatured to render it unfit for beverage use by adding non-food grade additives or through extreme processing. Classified under HTS 2009.31.10 due to its single citrus fruit origin (lime), low Brix, and explicit unfitness for beverages, distinguishing it from potable juices. Primarily used in cleaning products, cosmetics, or industrial flavoring.
Denatured Lime Juice for Cleaning Agents
Lime juice extracted solely from limes, Brix ≤20, intentionally denatured with bittering agents to make it unfit for human consumption as a beverage. Fits HTS 2009.31.10 as a single citrus juice unfit for beverages, used as a natural acid in household and industrial cleaners. Its low sugar content and denaturization preclude beverage use.
Technical Grade Lime Juice Extract
Pure lime juice extract with Brix value not exceeding 20, manufactured to technical specifications rendering it unfit for beverage consumption due to processing impurities or additives. Classified in 2009.31.10 for its lime origin, low Brix, and non-beverage status, serving applications in biotechnology and chemical manufacturing. Chapter notes confirm unfermented, low-alcohol nature.
Lime Juice for Cosmetic Acidulant
Single-source lime juice, Brix ≤20, denatured for safety to be unfit as a beverage, used as a pH adjuster and natural acid in skincare formulations. HTS 2009.31.10 applies due to its citrus lime composition, low Brix value, and explicit non-beverage purpose per chapter notes. Not homogenized for infant use.
Pharmaceutical Lime Juice Intermediate
Lime-derived juice intermediate with Brix not exceeding 20, processed to be unfit for beverage use for pharma applications like syrup bases or extractants. Fits 2009.31.10 as unfermented lime juice unfit for beverages, low Brix, single citrus source. Used prior to further medicinal processing.
Lime Juice for Dye Extraction
Specialty lime juice (Brix ≤20) denatured for industrial dye processing, unfit for any beverage purpose due to targeted impurities. Classified under 2009.31.10 for lime-specific, low-Brix, non-beverage juice status. Essential in natural colorant extraction industries.