No Salt Added Tomato Juice
Tomato juice processed without added salt, preserving natural low-sodium profile for health-conscious consumers. Classified under HTS 2009.50.00 as unfermented tomato juice, regardless of minor processing like straining. It meets the definition of vegetable juice without added spirit.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If concentrated by evaporation
Concentrated tomato juice moves to heading 2002, as it's no longer single-strength per chapter notes on dry weight.
If containing peanut or nut products
Addition of nuts changes it from pure tomato juice to mixtures under heading 2008 for fruit/nut preparations.
If carbonated or with added alcohol
Carbonation or spirit addition exceeds 'unfermented and not containing added spirit' per heading 2009 note, shifting to Chapter 22.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include lab tests showing sodium levels and no fermentation; inspectors check for compliance with juice purity
• Use FDA prior notice for food imports; declare as single-strength to avoid confusion with concentrates
• Avoid packaging over 1 gallon for retail to prevent bulk classification issues
Related Products under HTS 2009.50.00
Organic Tomato Juice
Pure organic tomato juice extracted from ripe tomatoes, unfermented and without added spirit, suitable for direct consumption or cocktails. It falls under HTS 2009.50.00 as it is explicitly classified as tomato juice in this subheading, whether or not containing added sugar. The product is pasteurized but retains natural tomato flavor and nutrients.
Low Sodium Tomato Juice
Reduced-sodium tomato juice made from sun-ripened tomatoes, ideal for dietary needs. Falls under HTS 2009.50.00 as unfermented tomato juice without added spirit, even with adjusted salt for health labeling. Pasteurized for shelf stability.
Canned Tomato Juice
Ready-to-drink canned tomato juice from fresh tomatoes, preserved without fermentation. Classified in HTS 2009.50.00 for its status as pure tomato juice, unfermented and spirit-free, in retail packaging. Perfect for pantry storage.
Glass Bottled Tomato Juice
Premium tomato juice in glass bottles for retail sale, capturing pure tomato essence. HTS 2009.50.00 applies to this unfermented, spirit-free vegetable juice in consumer packaging. Eco-friendly alternative to cans.
Single Strength Tomato Juice
Unconcentrated single-strength tomato juice from fresh press, not evaporated. Precisely matches HTS 2009.50.00 for tomato juice below 7% dry weight per chapter note. Ideal for health drinks.
Bloody Mary Mix Tomato Juice
Thick tomato juice base formulated for Bloody Mary cocktails, with minimal spices but primarily tomato content. It qualifies for HTS 2009.50.00 as tomato juice, where small seasoning quantities are allowed without changing classification. Unfermented and spirit-free for versatile use.