HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2009.31 – Juice; of single citrus fruit (excluding orange, grapefruit or pomelo), of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
HS code 2009.31 is the 6-digit subheading for juice, of single citrus fruit (excluding orange, grapefruit or pomelo), of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. It is used for fresh lemon juice, NFC lime juice, bottled mandarin juice, chilled tangerine juice and yuzu juice.
What HS 2009.31 covers
This HS code pertains to unfermented juice from single citrus fruits, excluding orange, grapefruit, or pomelo, with a Brix value not exceeding 20. This category includes juices like lemon, lime, mandarin, or tangerine, typically in a ready-to-drink or NFC (not from concentrate) format. These juices are highly valued for their distinct flavors and are used both as standalone beverages and as key ingredients in culinary applications, cocktails, and food service. Countries with diverse citrus cultivation, such as Spain, Italy, Mexico, and various Asian nations, are significant producers and exporters. Importers range from specialty food distributors to beverage companies and restaurants worldwide. Trade in these juices often involves considerations of freshness, organic certification, and specific varietal characteristics, catering to niche markets and gourmet demands.
- Covers
- Fresh lemon juice
- NFC lime juice
- Bottled mandarin juice
- Chilled tangerine juice
- Yuzu juice
- Examples
- ReaLemon Lemon Juice
- Nellie & Joe's Key West Lime Juice
- various Asian brand yuzu juices
Codes often confused with 2009.31
Common mistake. This code is distinguished from 200939 by its lower Brix value. It is also separate from orange juice (200911/200912) and grapefruit/pomelo juice (200921/200929) due to the specific fruit type.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 200931, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 200931 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $150M 26% of world exports
- 2 Italy $127M 22% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $52M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $575M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $135M 22% of world imports
- 2 France $94M 15% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $43M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $626M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2009.31
Brazil does not split HS 2009.31: its NCM code is 2009.31.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 20.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2009.31
What is HS code 200931?
HS code 200931 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Juice; of single citrus fruit (excluding orange, grapefruit or pomelo), of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This HS code pertains to unfermented juice from single citrus fruits, excluding orange, grapefruit, or pomelo, with a Brix value not exceeding 20. This category includes juices like lemon, lime, mandarin, or tangerine, typically in a ready-to-drink or NFC (not from concentrate) format. These juices are highly valued for their distinct flavors and are used both as standalone beverages and as key ingredients in culinary applications, cocktails, and food service. Countries with diverse citrus cultivation, such as Spain, Italy, Mexico, and various Asian nations, are significant producers and exporters. Importers range from specialty food distributors to beverage companies and restaurants worldwide. Trade in these juices often involves considerations of freshness, organic certification, and specific varietal characteristics, catering to niche markets and gourmet demands.
What products fall under HS code 200931?
Fresh lemon juice, NFC lime juice, bottled mandarin juice, chilled tangerine juice, yuzu juice
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200931?
This code is distinguished from 200939 by its lower Brix value. It is also separate from orange juice (200911/200912) and grapefruit/pomelo juice (200921/200929) due to the specific fruit type.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 200931?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 200931 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($150M, 26% of world exports), Italy ($127M) and Mexico ($52M). World exports came to about $575M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 200931?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 200931 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($135M, 22% of world imports), France ($94M) and South Korea ($43M). World imports came to about $626M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 200931 structured?
HS code 200931 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 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 200931?
In Brazil, HS code 200931 is NCM 2009.31.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.