Frozen Apple Juice Concentrate for Cider Base
Frozen high-tannin apple juice concentrate used as base for non-alcoholic cider production, unfermented (<0.5% vol), no added sugar, under HTS 2009.79.00.17. End use doesn't affect classification per notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fermented >0.5% alcohol
Any fermentation exceeding note threshold moves to Chapter 22 vermouth/cider.
If pre-mixed with cider flavorings
Flavor-added bases are food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare intended use but note end-use doesn't change HTS; focus on composition
• Test alcohol content rigorously as cider association raises flags
• Industrial vs retail packaging may affect valuation but not code
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