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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with syrups or flavors for non-juice use
Mixtures exceeding juice content limits become food preparations under 2106, not pure juices.
If it's actually citrus juice mislabeled as apple
Material composition determines heading; citrus juices classify under 2009.29 regardless of Brix.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify Brix value via refractometer at 20°C using official methods; provide lab certificates to avoid reclassification
• Ensure labels declare added sugar content and 'unfermented' status per FDA juice HACCP regulations
Related Products 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.
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.