Certified Organic Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate 68° Brix
This is a highly concentrated juice from Montmorency tart cherries, certified organic by USDA standards, with a Brix value around 68°, unfermented and without added spirit. It falls under HTS 2009.89.65.15 due to its classification as tart cherry juice concentrate that is certified organic. Primarily used in beverages, supplements, and food manufacturing for its antioxidant properties.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not certified organic
Non-organic tart cherry juice concentrate falls under the general 'other fruit juice' subheading in the same category.
If not tart cherry variety
Other single fruit juice concentrates (e.g., aronia or pomegranate) certified organic use this nearby code instead of cherry-specific.
If blended with other ingredients beyond sugar
Juice mixtures with significant additives like vitamins or flavors are classified as food preparations rather than pure juices.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide USDA or equivalent organic certification documentation at entry to verify 'certified organic' status and avoid reclassification
• Include lab analysis confirming Brix value, lack of fermentation, and no added spirit to meet heading 2009 criteria
• Declare exact concentration ratio and ensure labeling complies with FDA juice HACCP regulations to prevent holds
Related Products under HTS 2009.89.65.15
USDA Organic Montmorency Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate
Extracted from Montmorency tart cherries grown without synthetic pesticides, this USDA certified organic concentrate is reduced to high viscosity without fermentation or added alcohol. Classified under HTS 2009.89.65.15 as certified organic tart cherry juice concentrate. Ideal for health drinks targeting joint health and sleep support.
EU Organic Certified Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate 65° Brix
Produced from EU-certified organic tart cherries, this 65° Brix concentrate is unfermented juice with no added spirit, suitable for dilution into beverages. It qualifies for HTS 2009.89.65.15 as certified organic tart cherry juice concentrate per chapter notes on unfermented juices. Commonly imported for natural colorant and flavor applications.
Certified Organic Balaton Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate
Made from sweeter Balaton tart cherry variety, this certified organic concentrate meets unfermented juice standards without added spirit. Falls precisely under HTS 2009.89.65.15 for its organic tart cherry concentrate status. Used in premium sports recovery drinks.
Organic Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate for Infant Food 250g
Finely homogenized certified organic tart cherry juice concentrate packed in ≤250g retail containers for infant/dietetic use, per subheading notes. Still classified under HTS 2009.89.65.15 as organic tart cherry concentrate despite infant packaging. Provides natural antioxidants for baby food formulations.