Welch's Concord Grape Juice from Japan
A non-concentrated grape juice made from Concord grapes with a Brix value not exceeding 30, typically around 15-20 degrees, suitable for direct consumption. It falls under HTS 2009.61.00.20 as unfermented grape juice, not concentrated, meeting the Brix criteria per subheading notes. Packaged in retail bottles for everyday use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify Brix value using a certified refractometer at 20°C to confirm ≤30, as per subheading notes; provide lab certificates
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA juice HACCP and nutritional facts; avoid misclassification as concentrated (2009.62)