Denatured Lime Juice for Cosmetics from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify denaturing agents in COA to prove unfitness per customs beverage tests
• Align with FDA cosmetic import rules, avoiding food labeling pitfalls
• Ship in non-food grade containers to prevent retail juice scrutiny