Organic Lime Juice Concentrate

Certified organic concentrated lime juice, Brix value not exceeding 20, from single-variety limes for natural food products. Classified in HTS 2009.31.20.40 as other concentrated lime juice, unfermented, meeting chapter criteria for juices without added spirit. Aseptically processed for purity.

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 concentrated to Brix >20

Brix measurement at 20°C determines subheading per subheading note.

2009.79Lower: 10% vs 35%

If mixed with apple juice

Juice mixtures with apple or pear components shift to 2009.79.

0712.90Lower: 18.3% vs 35%

If dehydrated into powder form

Dried lime juice products classify as dehydrated vegetables/fruits in Chapter 07.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include USDA NOP organic certificate alongside standard juice documentation

Label as 'organic concentrated lime juice' to prevent misclassification as conventional

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