Certified Organic Apple Juice Concentrate from Japan

This is a concentrated form of apple juice derived from certified organic apples, unfermented and without added spirit, with added sugar for sweetness. It falls under HTS 2009.79.00.40 due to its certification as organic and classification as 'other' apple juice not meeting Brix value criteria for subheadings like 2009.21 or 2009.31. The product is typically used for reconstitution into single-strength juice.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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

Import Tips

Obtain USDA or equivalent organic certification documentation to verify 'certified organic' status for customs clearance

Provide lab analysis confirming Brix value and absence of fermentation or added spirits to avoid reclassification

Declare exact sugar content and ensure labeling complies with FDA juice HACCP regulations to prevent holds