Sweetened Pineapple Nectar Brix 12 from Mexico
Pineapple nectar with added sugar achieving Brix 12, unfermented juice product for retail. Fits 2009.41.40 as 'other' pineapple juice ≤20 Brix, including sweetened varieties. Distinct from higher concentration nectars.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare added sugar content accurately on commercial invoice for CBP valuation
• Ensure pH testing confirms unfermented status (<0.5% alcohol)
• Pitfall: mislabeling as 'juice' vs 'nectar' can trigger FDA review