Tender Coconut Water
Water from tender young coconuts, harvested early for higher electrolyte content, packaged fresh. Classified under HTS 2009.89.70.97 as other coconut juice, meeting unfermented criteria without added spirit or sugar. 'Tender' variant avoids prior subheadings due to processing differences.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If standard non-premium tender coconut water
Basic versions fit prior coconut water subheadings with precedence.
If aerated or with preservatives
Aerated waters with additives go to Chapter 22.
If homogenized for infant use in <250g containers
Infant-specific homogenized prep takes precedence per subheading note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include harvest maturity certificates to justify 'other' classification
• Comply with FDA juice HACCP for pathogen control in tender varieties
• Watch for reclass as 2009.12 if Brix misinterpreted as orange juice-like
Related Products under HTS 2009.89.70.97
Cold-Pressed Coconut Juice
Cold-processed coconut water retaining natural minerals, bottled for health food markets without added sugar. It qualifies under HTS 2009.89.70.97 as other coconut juice variants, unfermented per Chapter 2009 notes, not containing added spirit. Processing method emphasizes purity but fits 'other' due to specificity.
Pure Coconut Water
Unsweetened coconut water extracted from young green coconuts, packaged in aseptic cartons for retail sale. It falls under HTS 2009.89.70.97 as juice from coconut (not water), unfermented, without added spirit or sugar, distinguished from basic coconut water in other subheadings. This classification applies to premium, pure variants not fitting prior 'coconut water' specifics.
Organic Coconut Water
Certified organic coconut water from young coconuts, pasteurized and packaged without sweeteners. Classified in 2009.89.70.97 as other coconut-derived juice, unfermented and unsweetened, separate from standard coconut water subheadings. Organic certification does not alter the juice heading classification.
Premium Coconut Water Nectar
Naturally viscous coconut water nectar from mature coconuts, lightly filtered, no added sweeteners. Falls in 2009.89.70.97 as other coconut juice, unfermented and spirit-free, differentiated by texture from standard waters. 'Nectar' designation fits 'other' for non-juice-like consistencies.
Flash-Pasteurized Coconut Juice
Coconut juice flash-pasteurized to preserve freshness, no sugar added, in Tetra Pak. HTS 2009.89.70.97 covers this as other coconut fruit juice, unfermented per 20°C Brix definitions. Process ensures safety without altering juice status.
Raw Coconut Water
Minimally processed raw coconut water, HPP-treated for preservation, unsweetened. Fits 2009.89.70.97 as other coconut juice, unfermented and not containing added spirit. 'Raw' processing distinguishes from conventional.