HS 200969 Other

The MFN duty rates for HS 2009.69 can be complex and vary significantly by importing country or customs union. For example, the EU TARIC system may show a duty rate of 40.00% ad valorem + 121.00 EUR/hectoliter + 20.60 EUR/100 kg. The UK Global Tariff may apply a similar structure, such as 40.00% ad valorem + 101.00 GBP/hectoliter + 17.00 GBP/100 kg. In contrast, the United States Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) might apply a simpler specific duty rate, such as 26¢/liter or 4.4¢/liter, depending on the specific fruit juice and brix value. Importers must consult the specific tariff schedule of the destination country for the precise MFN rate applicable to their product.

Many trade agreements offer preferential duty treatment for products classified under HS 2009.69. For instance, goods originating from countries with which the importing nation has a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) or other preferential trade arrangements may be eligible for reduced or duty-free entry. Examples of such agreements include those with Australia (AU), Bahrain (BH), Chile (CL), Colombia (CO), Israel (IL), Korea (KR), Morocco (MA), Panama (PA), Peru (PE), and Singapore (SG), often resulting in a 'Free' duty rate. To claim these benefits, importers typically need to provide a valid Certificate of Origin (e.g., EUR.1, GSP Form A, or a Free Trade Agreement Certificate of Origin) issued by the exporting country's authorized body or a self-certification by the exporter, demonstrating that the goods meet the agreement's Rules of Origin.

HS 2009.69 is the residual 'Other' subheading within heading 2009 for fruit juices, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. A product falls under this subheading if it is a fruit juice that does not specifically fit into subheadings 2009.11 through 2009.61 (e.g., orange juice, grapefruit juice, pineapple juice, tomato juice, grape juice, apple juice) or 2009.69. The primary criteria are the type of fruit from which the juice is derived. If the juice is a single fruit juice not specifically enumerated in the preceding subheadings, or a mixture of fruit juices where no single juice predominates and the mixture is not otherwise specified, it would typically be classified here. The 'Other' category also captures juices from less common fruits or specific blends not covered elsewhere.

Yes, beyond the standard commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading/air waybill, importing fruit juices under HS 2009.69 often requires additional documentation due to food safety, health, and agricultural regulations. These may include:

1. Health Certificates/Phytosanitary Certificates: Issued by the competent authority in the exporting country, certifying the product's compliance with health and sanitary standards.
2. Ingredient Lists/Nutritional Information: To verify compliance with labeling regulations and identify any restricted ingredients.
3. Brix Value Certificates: Essential for certain duty calculations (e.g., in the US) and classification, as the sugar content (Brix) can influence the specific subheading and duty rate.
4. Certificates of Analysis: Confirming the product's composition, purity, and absence of contaminants.
5. Organic Certificates: If the product is marketed as organic, relevant certification from an accredited body is required. Importers should always check the specific import requirements of the destination country's food safety and agricultural agencies (e.g., FDA in the US, EFSA in the EU) prior to shipment.