About HS Code 200911
This HS code specifically targets frozen orange juice, a major commodity in the global beverage market. The freezing process allows for long-distance transport and extended shelf life, making it a staple for year-round consumption worldwide. Trade involves large-scale agricultural producers, primarily in subtropical regions like Brazil and Florida, exporting concentrated or ready-to-reconstitute frozen juice to consumer markets. The industry is characterized by significant logistics, cold chain management, and price fluctuations influenced by harvest yields and global demand. This category is essential for providing affordable and accessible orange juice to a global consumer base, often reconstituted by consumers or used as an ingredient in other beverages.
Products Under This Code
Frozen concentrated orange juice (FCOJ), frozen orange juice pulp, frozen orange juice concentrate with pulp, frozen NFC (Not From Concentrate) orange juice, frozen orange juice base
Real World Examples
Minute Maid Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate, Tropicana Frozen Orange Juice, Florida's Natural Frozen Orange Juice, Simply Orange Frozen Orange Juice, Old Orchard Frozen Orange Juice
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 200912 (non-frozen orange juice, Brix <= 20) or 200919 (non-frozen orange juice, Brix > 20) if the product's state (frozen vs. not frozen) is overlooked.
Products Classified Under 2009.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
Brazil is the dominant exporter, with the USA and EU being major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 200911?
HS code 200911 covers: Juice; orange, frozen, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This HS code specifically targets frozen orange juice, a major commodity in the global beverage market. The freezing process allows for long-distance transport and extended shelf life, making it a staple for year-round consumption worldwide. Trade involves large-scale agricultural producers, primarily in subtropical regions like Brazil and Florida, exporting concentrated or ready-to-reconstitute frozen juice to consumer markets. The industry is characterized by significant logistics, cold chain management, and price fluctuations influenced by harvest yields and global demand. This category is essential for providing affordable and accessible orange juice to a global consumer base, often reconstituted by consumers or used as an ingredient in other beverages.
What products fall under HS code 200911?
Frozen concentrated orange juice (FCOJ), frozen orange juice pulp, frozen orange juice concentrate with pulp, frozen NFC (Not From Concentrate) orange juice, frozen orange juice base
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200911?
Can be confused with 200912 (non-frozen orange juice, Brix <= 20) or 200919 (non-frozen orange juice, Brix > 20) if the product's state (frozen vs. not frozen) is overlooked.
How is HS code 200911 structured?
HS code 200911 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (20) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.