Organic Frozen Apple Cider Concentrate from Japan
Concentrated frozen juice from certified organic apples akin to cider-style, unfermented without spirits, often with higher Brix. Classified in HTS 2009.79.00.15 as frozen 'other' apple juice, certified organic; non-alcoholic cider juice remains under fruit juices.
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
• Confirm non-fermented status with alcohol test results under 0.5% vol
• Organic certification must cover entire production chain including pressing
• Avoid 'cider' labeling if alcoholic to prevent Chapter 22 reclassification