Pomegranate Juice

Pure pomegranate juice, unfermented and without added spirit, containing added sugar for sweetness. It falls under HTS 2009.89.70.99 as juice of a single fruit (pomegranate) not specifically named elsewhere in heading 2009, described as 'other fruit juice, other'.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2009.89Same rate: 25%

If Brix value exceeds 5.5°

Higher sugar content juices are classified separately under subheading 2009.89.25 based on Brix measurement.

2009.89.70Same rate: 25%

If described as guava juice

Guava juice has its own specific subheading 2009.89.70.10 within the 'other' fruit juice category.

2106.90.72Higher: 26% vs 25%

If flavored or mixed with non-juice ingredients

Products with added flavors or non-fruit ingredients become food preparations under Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Brix value if over 5.5° to avoid reclassification under 2009.89.25; provide lab analysis certificates

Ensure labeling specifies single fruit content and no added alcohol; common pitfall is misdeclaring blended juices

Use FDA prior notice for juice imports; check for pasteurization documentation to meet food safety standards