Fresh Orange Juice from Mexico
Pure, unfermented orange juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20, not concentrated, and not containing added spirit. It falls under HTS 2009.31.40.00 as juice of a single citrus fruit (orange) meeting the criteria for low Brix and non-concentrated form per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify Brix value with refractometer readings at 20°C to confirm ≤20 and ensure documentation matches HTS criteria
• Provide lab analysis certificates proving no added spirit and unfermented status to avoid reclassification
• Label containers clearly with juice content and Brix for FDA compliance; watch for concentration misrepresentation