Dole Frozen Pineapple Juice
Dole brand frozen pineapple juice is a popular import product, unfermented with added sugar, fitting HTS 2009.49.40.20 for its frozen presentation. It qualifies under heading 2009 as a pure fruit juice without added spirit.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of a Brix value not exceeding 19
Lower concentration frozen pineapple juice may fall under Brix-specific subheadings within 2009.49.
If imported as frozen pineapple fruit pieces with juice
Predominantly fruit content would classify as frozen pineapples rather than juice under Chapter 08.
If carbonated or with other non-juice beverages
Addition of carbonation or other elements changes it to non-alcoholic beverages.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label containers clearly with 'frozen pineapple juice' and net weight to comply with FDA food labeling requirements
• Include supplier affidavits confirming 100% pineapple content and no prohibited additives
• Watch for common pitfalls like insufficient refrigeration leading to partial thawing and duty reassessment
Related Products under HTS 2009.49.40.20
Frozen Pineapple Juice Concentrate
This is frozen pineapple juice, unfermented and not containing added spirit, with added sugar, classified under HTS 2009.49.40.20 due to its frozen state and pineapple origin. It meets the chapter note requirements for fruit juices under heading 2009 as it has an alcoholic strength not exceeding 0.5% vol.
Frozen Pineapple Nectar Base
Frozen concentrate used as pineapple nectar base, containing added sugar, classified in HTS 2009.49.40.20 as frozen pineapple juice. It adheres to unfermented juice definitions without added spirit.
Organic Frozen Pineapple Juice
Certified organic frozen pineapple juice with added sugar, imported under HTS 2009.49.40.20 for its frozen form and compliance with fruit juice criteria. No fermentation or spirit content per chapter notes.
Tropicana Frozen Pineapple Juice
Tropicana branded frozen pineapple juice, sweetened and unfermented, precisely matches HTS 2009.49.40.20 for frozen pineapple juice imports. Fits heading 2009 specifications without added spirit.
Aseptic Frozen Pineapple Juice
Aseptically processed then frozen pineapple juice with sugar, classified under HTS 2009.49.40.20 as other frozen pineapple juice. Meets unfermented, low-alcohol criteria of heading 2009.
Maui Gold Frozen Pineapple Juice
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