Apple Cider Juice Blend

Blend of apple juice and fermented-style cider notes (non-alcoholic), with sugar, unfermented overall. 'Other' under 2009.79.00 for apple-based juices not elsewhere specified. Mimics traditional cider without spirit.

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.

2206.00.15Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If alcoholic strength >0.5% vol

Any fermentation exceeding limit moves to Chapter 22 vermouth/fruit wines.

2009.71.00Same rate: 35%

If Brix ≤20°

Low concentration qualifies for precedence subheading.

2106.90.99Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If with spices or herbs as primary flavor

Becomes flavored preparation if additives dominate.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Test alcohol content rigorously to stay under 0.5% vol threshold

• Declare as juice, not cider, if non-alcoholic to avoid Chapter 22

• Use tamper-evident seals for retail import compliance

Related Products under HTS 2009.79.00

Organic Apple Juice Concentrate

A concentrated form of apple juice made from organic apples, unfermented and without added spirit, containing added sugar for preservation. It falls under HTS 2009.79.00 as 'other' apple juice not specified elsewhere in the apple juice subheadings. This classification applies to juices exceeding basic Brix values or in concentrated form.

Sweetened Apple Juice Blend

Apple juice blended with minor fruit essences and high levels of added sugar, unfermented and spirit-free. Classified under 2009.79.00 as 'other' apple juice due to its sweetened profile not fitting concentrated or low-Brix categories. The primary apple content keeps it in heading 2009.

Clear Filtered Apple Juice

Premium clear apple juice obtained by filtration, with added sugar, unfermented and not containing spirit. It is classified in 2009.79.00 as 'other' apple juice, distinct from cloudy, concentrated, or low-Brix variants. This ensures proper tariff for processed but pure apple juice.

Organic Cloudy Apple Juice

Unfiltered organic apple juice retaining pulp, sweetened and unfermented without spirit. Classified as 'other' under 2009.79.00 for apple juices not fitting specific concentration or Brix subheadings. Appeals to natural product markets.

From-Concentrate Apple Juice

Reconstituted apple juice from concentrate with added sugar, unfermented and spirit-free. It is 'other' apple juice under 2009.79.00 as it doesn't qualify for frozen or low-Brix categories. Standard for shelf-stable beverages.

No-Sugar-Added Apple Juice

Pure apple juice with no added sugar or sweetening, unfermented, in 'other' category under 2009.79.00. Lacks added sweetening but still classified here as not single-strength or low-Brix specified. Popular for health-conscious consumers.