Dole Frozen Pineapple Juice from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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