Industrial Lime Juice Concentrate from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify 'unfit for beverage' status via lab analysis of acidity/Brix to avoid reclassification to 2009.39.40
• Include industrial end-use certificates to support non-beverage claims during customs review
• Ensure bulk packaging over 250g net weight to prevent confusion with retail homogenized products