Tangerine Juice with Added Sugar
Pure tangerine juice, unfermented and not containing added spirit, with added sugar for sweetness, classified under HTS 2009.39.60 as juice of another single citrus fruit (tangerine) that is not grapefruit, lime, or lemon. It meets the chapter note definition for juices with Brix value adjustments but falls into the 'other' category.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If Brix value does not exceed 5.5 degrees
Lower sugar content juices of other single citrus fruits are classified separately under 2009.39.40.
If made from a mixture of citrus fruits
Juices from multiple fruit types shift to the 'juice of any other single fruit, not elsewhere specified' category.
If sold as a flavored beverage with significant non-juice additives
Products with added flavors, colors, or preservatives beyond sweetening matter become food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify Brix value using a refractometer at 20°C as per subheading notes to confirm classification
• Provide lab analysis certificates proving single citrus fruit content and no added spirit over 0.5% vol
• Label containers clearly with fruit origin and sugar content to avoid misclassification as mixtures
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