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.
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 prune juice contains added carbonation
Carbonated fruit juices fall under a separate subheading for effervescent beverages, distinct from still prune juice.
If sold as a prune juice beverage concentrate
Concentrated juices (Brix >20 typically) are classified separately from single-strength prune juice.
If prune juice is fortified with vitamins or minerals for dietary supplements
Fortified or flavored mixtures exceeding simple juice definitions move to food preparations in heading 2106.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify Brix value if sweetened; prune juice remains classified here regardless unless homogenized for infants under 250g containers
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming no added spirit (>0.5% vol) and unfermented status to avoid reclassification to Chapter 22
• Label clearly as 'prune juice' with nutritional facts; common pitfall is misdeclaring as mixed juice, triggering higher duties
Related Products under HTS 2009.89.40.00
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.
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.
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.