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.

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.

2009.89.65Same rate: 35%

If conventional/non-organic

Same product without organic certification shifts to the non-organic tart cherry concentrate subheading.

0809.40.40Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If imported frozen rather than concentrated

Frozen tart cherries themselves are fresh/frozen fruit, not processed juice concentrate.

2008.99.65Lower: 25.4% vs 35%

If mixed fruit-nut preparation

Blends with nuts (e.g., cherry-almond) may classify under other fruit preparations if not single-fruit juice.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit organic certificate from accredited certifier (e.g

USDA NOP) matching product origin to prevent duty disputes

Test for pesticide residues as organic imports face heightened scrutiny; retain COA from supplier

Use refrigerated containers if Brix <65° to maintain stability during transit and avoid spoilage claims

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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.

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.