Tahiti Lime Juice NFC from Japan
NFC (Not From Concentrate) Tahiti lime juice, Brix ≤20, unfermented, no added spirit, single citrus fruit origin. Classifies to 2009.31.20.20 as other non-concentrated lime juice per chapter definitions. Used in premium mixology and gourmet sauces.
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 NFC on invoices and provide processing affidavits to distinguish from reconstituted juices
• Comply with FDA juice HACCP plans, including microbial testing results in import filings