Organic Prune Juice
Organic prune juice made from certified organic dried prums, unfermented, no added sugar, and preserved for retail. Classified under HTS 2009.89.40.00 specifically for prune juice as a single fruit juice, not qualifying as homogenized infant food or containing added spirit. Meets chapter notes for unfermented juices under 0.5% alcohol.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽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 containing added sugar exceeding natural levels
Juices with high added sugar content shift to subheadings based on sugar proportions, separate from pure prune juice.
If imported as dried prunes for juice extraction rather than finished juice
Dried prunes are fruit in heading 07, not processed juices in Chapter 20.
If mixed with apple or other fruits
Mixtures of prune and other fruit juices fall under heading 2008 for combined juices, not single fruit prune juice.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include USDA organic certificate and residue testing results; ensure no prohibited pesticides to comply with FDA import standards
• Declare exact Brix and sugar content; organic status doesn't change HTS but affects labeling under 21 CFR
Related Products under HTS 2009.89.40.00
Pure Prune Juice Unsweetened
Pure prune juice extracted from dried plums, unfermented and without added sugar or spirit, preserved solely by physical means. It falls under HTS 2009.89.40.00 as prune juice, a specific subcategory of single fruit juices not fitting other provisions like homogenized infant food. Alcoholic strength is below 0.5% vol, aligning with heading 2009 definitions.
Sweetened Prune Juice
Prune juice with added sugar for enhanced sweetness, still unfermented and under 0.5% alcohol, classified as prune juice in HTS 2009.89.40.00. The added sweetening matter is permitted under the heading, distinguishing it from high-sugar subheadings or infant preparations. Meets all chapter notes for fruit juices.
Low-Sugar Prune Juice Blend
Prune juice formulated as the primary single fruit component with minimal other additions, unfermented, under HTS 2009.89.40.00 for prune juice. Classified here as predominant prune, not a mixture, per specificity over general fruit juice provisions. No infant homogenization applies.
Prune Nectar Juice
Thicker prune nectar-style juice from pureed plums, unfermented, no spirit, classified as prune juice under HTS 2009.89.40.00. Not 'cooked' per 2007 note nor homogenized infant food; retains single fruit status despite viscosity. Pulp distinguishes from clear juice but stays in this subheading.
Prune Juice Concentrate Diluted
Diluted prune juice concentrate reconstituted to single strength, unfermented, classified under HTS 2009.89.40.00 for prune juice. Not concentrated per Brix subheading notes; single fruit specificity prevails. Meets unfermented juice criteria.
Prune Juice with Pulp
Prune juice retaining natural pulp from plums, unfermented, no added sweeteners or spirit, for retail consumption. It is specifically prune juice under HTS 2009.89.40.00, as pulp does not alter its classification from single fruit juice per chapter notes. Not homogenized for infants, distinguishing from 2007.10.