Tahiti Lime Juice Unsweetened
Tahiti lime juice, single fruit, Brix ≤20, put up for retail without fermentation or added alcohol. Under 2009.31.20 for 'other' lime juices not exceeding low Brix threshold, measured per subheading note. Used in beverages and marinades.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixtures of citrus juices with Brix >20
Blended or higher Brix citrus juices go to 'other' mixture subheadings.
If fermented or low-alcohol
Any fermentation exceeding 0.5% vol classifies as non-alcoholic beverages in Chapter 22.
If homogenized for infants ≤250g
Finely homogenized fruit prep for infants takes precedence per subheading note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use calibrated refractometer for Brix proof; discrepancies lead to audits
• Document single-ingredient status to avoid 'mixtures' reclassification
Related Products under HTS 2009.31.20
Key Lime Juice for Cocktails
Unsweetened key lime juice with Brix ≤20, packaged for mixology, unfermented and spirit-free. Classified under 2009.31.20 as 'other' lime juice, emphasizing single citrus source and low sugar content per Brix definition. Not for infant/dietetic use, distinguishing from homogenized preparations.
Bartender's Lime Juice Squeeze
Fresh-squeezed style lime juice for bars, Brix ≤20, single lime variety, unfermented. HTS 2009.31.20 covers this as 'other' low-Brix lime juice per precise Brix hydrometer reading. Not cooked or viscosity-altered per Chapter 20 notes.
Cold-Pressed Lime Juice
Cold-pressed from limes, maintaining Brix ≤20, unfermented single citrus juice. 2009.31.20 applies to this 'other' category, distinct from high-Brix or mixtures. Process preserves natural low sugar per Brix standards.
Gourmet Lime Juice Retail Bottle
Premium bottled lime juice, Brix ≤20, pure and unfermented. Classed as 2009.31.20 'other' lime, fitting subheading notes on measurement.
Lime Juice for Ceviche
Specialty lime juice for Latin cuisine, low Brix ≤20, single source. 2009.31.20 for other lime juices.
Pure Lime Juice Concentrate
A single-fruit lime juice concentrate with a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented and without added spirit, suitable for culinary use. It falls under HTS 2009.31.20 as 'other' lime juice of low Brix value, distinct from higher Brix or sweetened variants. This classification applies to pure, unsweetened lime juice preparations.