Clear Filtered Apple Juice from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include filtration process details and Brix readings in entry docs to differentiate from concentrates
• Comply with FDA juice HACCP regulations for microbial safety during import
• Watch for seasonal duty variations and quota applicability for apple juice products