Unfit for beverage purposes
Fruit or nut juices (including grape must and coconut water) and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter: > Juice of any other single citrus fruit: > Other: > Lime: > Unfit for beverage purposes
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 2009.39.10.00
Industrial Lime Juice Concentrate
A highly concentrated lime juice extract unfit for direct beverage consumption due to its extreme acidity and bitterness, primarily used in food manufacturing for flavoring candies, sauces, and cosmetics. Classified under HTS 2009.39.10.00 as lime juice unfit for beverage purposes, distinct from retail-ready citrus juices. Its industrial-grade processing excludes it from potable standards.
Technical Grade Lime Juice for Cleaning Agents
Bitter, high-acid lime juice unsuitable for drinking, used in the production of household cleaners and disinfectants for its natural citric acid content. Falls under HTS 2009.39.10.00 as lime juice unfit for beverage purposes per chapter notes on unfermented juices. Not intended for direct consumption.
Pharmaceutical Lime Juice Extract
Purified lime juice with high citric acid levels, unfit for beverages due to pharmaceutical processing, used in effervescent tablets and syrups. HTS 2009.39.10.00 applies to lime juice unfermented and unfit for beverage purposes under heading 2009 definitions. Excludes added spirit and meets non-potable criteria.
Lime Juice for Biotechnology Fermentation
Acidic lime juice unfit for human consumption, supplied to biotech labs for pH adjustment in fermentation media and enzyme production. Classified in 2009.39.10.00 as other lime juice unfit for beverages, aligning with chapter notes excluding potable juices. Industrial purity standards apply.
Denatured Lime Juice for Cosmetics
Lime juice chemically denatured to render it undrinkable, used as an astringent base in skincare lotions and shampoos. HTS 2009.39.10.00 covers lime juice unfit for beverage purposes, per unfermented juice definitions without added spirit. Cosmetic-grade processing ensures non-potability.
Lime Juice Acidulant for Confectionery
Intensely sour lime juice concentrate unfit for beverages, added to hard candies and gums for tartness in food processing plants. Under 2009.39.10.00 as lime juice unfit for beverage use, distinguished from sweetened retail juices by chapter notes. Bulk industrial form.
Lime Juice for Leather Tanning
Harsh, non-potable lime juice used in leather processing to adjust pH and aid tanning agents in hides. HTS 2009.39.10.00 for lime juice unfit for beverages, as per heading 2009 unfermented criteria. Industrial tannery application.
Bitter Lime Juice for Vinegar Production
Extremely bitter lime juice, unfit for drinking, fermented into specialty vinegars in industrial settings. Classified 2009.39.10.00 as lime juice not for beverage purposes before vinegar processing. Meets unfermented juice notes pre-fermentation.
Lime Juice pH Adjuster for Textiles
Acidic lime juice used to neutralize dyes and adjust pH in textile dyeing processes, completely unfit for consumption. HTS 2009.39.10.00 applies to such lime juices unfit for beverages per heading definitions. Non-food industrial chemical use.
Technical Lime Juice for Battery Electrolytes
High-purity acidic lime juice unfit for beverages, used in electrolyte formulations for lead-acid batteries. Under 2009.39.10.00 as lime juice not containing added spirit and unfit for beverage purposes. Industrial electrochemical grade.