Low-Acid Fortified Orange Juice from Japan
Orange juice processed to reduce acidity and fortified with vitamins for sensitive stomachs, still qualifying as orange juice base. Under HTS 2106.90.48.00 for fortified fruit juices, where low-acid treatment is a preparation method. Sold in family-size jugs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Document pH adjustment processes to prove it remains 'orange juice' not a different prep
• Test for compliance with juice content minimums per FDA to uphold classification