Lime Cordial Concentrate Base

Concentrated lime juice base for cordial production, Brix not over 20, with minimal added sugar. HTS 2009.31.20.40 covers it as concentrated other lime juice, single fruit unfermented. Used by manufacturers to dilute into retail cordials.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

2009.31.40.00Same rate: 35%

If more concentrated variants

Brix value directly from hydrometer or refractometer splits headings.

2008.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If with substantial fruit pulp

Pulp-containing fruit preps classify under 2008, not pure juices.

1702.90Lower: 15.1% vs 35%

If sugar content dominates as syrup

Sugar syrups with minor juice become Chapter 17 products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Quantify added sugar content (<50% of total) to stay in juice heading

Declare as 'juice concentrate for further manufacturing' on entry

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