HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2009.69 – Juice; grape, of a Brix value exceeding 30, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
HS code 2009.69 is the 6-digit subheading for juice, grape, of a Brix value exceeding 30, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. It is used for concentrated grape juice, frozen concentrated white grape juice, industrial red grape juice concentrate and grape juice sweetener.
What HS 2009.69 covers
This HS code encompasses unfermented grape juice with a Brix value exceeding 30, indicating a concentrated form. Concentrated grape juice is a significant commodity in the global food and beverage industry, primarily used as an industrial ingredient. It serves multiple purposes: for reconstituting ready-to-drink grape juices, as a natural sweetener, a colorant, and a base for various other beverages and food products. Countries with large grape harvests and advanced processing infrastructure, such as Chile, Argentina, and the USA, are major exporters. Importers are typically large-scale beverage manufacturers, food processors, and industrial buyers globally. The high Brix value is a critical factor for customs classification and trade, reflecting its concentrated nature, which offers advantages in terms of shipping efficiency and extended shelf life.
- Covers
- Concentrated grape juice
- Frozen concentrated white grape juice
- Industrial red grape juice concentrate
- Grape juice sweetener
- Examples
- Welch's Grape Juice Concentrate (industrial)
- various bulk grape juice concentrates for food manufacturing
- private label concentrated grape juice
Codes often confused with 2009.69
Common mistake. The key differentiator from 200961 is the Brix value, indicating a concentrated product. It should also not be confused with grape must for wine production (220430), even if concentrated.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 200969, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 200969 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% 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 $303M 44% of world exports
- 2 Chile $106M 15% of world exports
- 3 Argentina $99M 14% of world exports
World total: $688M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $125M 17% of world imports
- 2 Japan $90M 12% of world imports
- 3 United States $73M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $749M 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 2009.69
Brazil does not split HS 2009.69: its NCM code is 2009.69.00.
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 2009.69
What is HS code 200969?
HS code 200969 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Juice; grape, of a Brix value exceeding 30, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This HS code encompasses unfermented grape juice with a Brix value exceeding 30, indicating a concentrated form. Concentrated grape juice is a significant commodity in the global food and beverage industry, primarily used as an industrial ingredient. It serves multiple purposes: for reconstituting ready-to-drink grape juices, as a natural sweetener, a colorant, and a base for various other beverages and food products. Countries with large grape harvests and advanced processing infrastructure, such as Chile, Argentina, and the USA, are major exporters. Importers are typically large-scale beverage manufacturers, food processors, and industrial buyers globally. The high Brix value is a critical factor for customs classification and trade, reflecting its concentrated nature, which offers advantages in terms of shipping efficiency and extended shelf life.
What products fall under HS code 200969?
Concentrated grape juice, frozen concentrated white grape juice, industrial red grape juice concentrate, grape juice sweetener
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200969?
The key differentiator from 200961 is the Brix value, indicating a concentrated product. It should also not be confused with grape must for wine production (220430), even if concentrated.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 200969?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 200969 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($303M, 44% of world exports), Chile ($106M) and Argentina ($99M). World exports came to about $688M, 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 200969?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 200969 in UN Comtrade data were China ($125M, 17% of world imports), Japan ($90M) and the United States ($73M). World imports came to about $749M, 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 200969 structured?
HS code 200969 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 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 200969?
In Brazil, HS code 200969 is NCM 2009.69.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.