Frozen Pineapple Juice Concentrate 15° Brix

This is frozen pineapple juice with a Brix value of 15, unfermented and without added spirit, designed for reconstitution into beverages. It falls under HTS 2009.41.40.20 as pineapple juice of Brix not exceeding 20 that is frozen. The product is typically used in smoothies, cocktails, or direct consumption after thawing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2009.41.40Same rate: 35%

If Brix value exceeds 20

Pineapple juice with Brix over 20 shifts to a different subheading within the same heading for higher concentration products.

2106.90.52.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If mixed with dairy or other non-fruit ingredients for infant use

Mixtures with added dairy or for specific dietary purposes may classify as food preparations rather than pure fruit juice.

2009.89Lower: 10% vs 35%

If blended with other fruit juices

Juice mixtures not exclusively pineapple fall under other fruit juice categories in 2009.89.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Brix value with lab certification using a refractometer at 20°C to confirm it does not exceed 20, as per subheading notes

Ensure proper frozen state documentation and temperature-controlled shipping to prevent thawing during transit, which could reclassify it

Label clearly as 'frozen pineapple juice' and include net weight, avoiding any claims of added spirit to stay within heading 2009