Of a Brix value not exceeding 20
Fruit or nut juices (including grape must and coconut water) and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter: > Apple juice: > Of a Brix value not exceeding 20
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 2009.71.00.00
No Added Sugar Apple Juice (10° Brix)
Clarified apple juice with natural Brix of 10 from single-strength pressing, no sweeteners added, packaged for retail. It qualifies for HTS 2009.71.00.00 as unfermented apple juice ≤20° Brix, ideal for health-conscious consumers.
Sweetened Apple Juice Concentrate (12° Brix)
This is a low-Brix apple juice concentrate with a sweetness level not exceeding 20° Brix, obtained from pressed apples and fortified with sugar for extended shelf life. It falls under HTS 2009.71.00.00 as unfermented apple juice with added sweetening matter and Brix value ≤20, suitable for dilution into beverages or direct retail consumption.
Organic Apple Juice (15° Brix)
Pure organic apple juice from certified orchards, pasteurized but unfermented with a Brix of 15, often lightly sweetened for retail. Classified in 2009.71.00.00 due to Brix ≤20 and no added alcohol, distinguishing it from higher-concentration products.
Cloudy Apple Juice (18° Brix)
Unfiltered cloudy apple juice retaining pulp and natural cloudiness, Brix at 18 with minimal added sugar. Under 2009.71.00.00 for its low Brix unfermented apple juice profile, popular in craft beverage markets.
Sweetened Single Strength Apple Juice (14° Brix)
Ready-to-drink single-strength apple juice sweetened to 14° Brix, pasteurized for shelf stability. Fits HTS 2009.71.00.00 as unfermented juice with added sugar and Brix ≤20, not requiring reconstitution.
Dietetic Apple Juice (16° Brix, Low Sugar)
Apple juice formulated for dietetic purposes with reduced sugar and 16° Brix, unfermented and suitable for special diets. Classified in 2009.71.00.00 for Brix ≤20 apple juice, provided not homogenized for infants.
From-Concentrate Apple Juice (11° Brix)
Reconstituted apple juice from concentrate, restored to 11° Brix with water, lightly sweetened. Under HTS 2009.71.00.00 as final unfermented product ≤20° Brix, labeled 'from concentrate' per regulations.
Premium Gala Apple Juice (19° Brix)
Juice from Gala apples, naturally sweet at 19° Brix with no added sugar, cold-pressed and pasteurized. Fits 2009.71.00.00 for unfermented apple juice ≤20° Brix, marketed as premium single-variety.
Apple Cider Juice Blend (13° Brix)
Filtered apple cider-style juice at 13° Brix, sweetened slightly, unfermented for year-round sale. Classified 2009.71.00.00 as apple juice ≤20° Brix; 'cider' here denotes style, not alcoholic fermentation.
Low-Brix Apple Juice for Mixing (9° Brix)
Diluted apple juice at 9° Brix designed for cocktail mixing or beverage bases, unfermented with added sweetener. HTS 2009.71.00.00 applies for ≤20° Brix apple juice used in commercial or retail applications.