Minute Maid Single Strength Pineapple Juice from Germany
Not-from-concentrate pineapple juice with natural sweetness, Brix ≤3.5, pasteurized for shelf stability in tetra packs. Falls under HTS 2009.49.20.00 for its unconcentrated pineapple composition per chapter notes on juices. Suitable for food service and retail.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use refrigerated containers if not aseptic-packed to maintain quality and avoid spoilage claims
• Declare exact Brix and sugar content accurately; discrepancies lead to audits under juice valuation rules
• Partner with FDA-registered facilities for processing to expedite import alerts on microbial risks