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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 35%

If mixed with vegetable juices

Juice mixtures with vegetables >50% classify under 2009.89, not single-fruit 2009.71.

2106.90.89Lower: 27.5% vs 35%

If flavored or with preservatives exceeding juice norms

Non-juice additives make it a flavored preparation under 2106.

2009.79.00Same rate: 35%

If Brix >20 or other fruit juice blend

Other fruit juices >20° Brix or blends shift from pure apple classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document pulp content and stability tests to prevent settling issues during transit

Refractometer readings must account for pulp interference; calibrate for accurate Brix

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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.

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.