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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unfrozen pineapple juice
Non-frozen pineapple juice with added sugar uses 2009.39 subheadings.
If with vitamins or fortified
Fortified juices may be seen as compound preparations.
If containing significant pineapple pulp
High pulp content shifts to frozen pineapple fruit classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure brand labeling complies with country-of-origin marking rules
• Prepare for FDA prior notice requirements for juice imports
• Budget for cold storage bonds if using FTZ for distribution
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.
Dole Frozen Pineapple Juice
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Frozen Pineapple Nectar Base
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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.
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.
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