About HS Code 200990
This code covers unfermented mixtures of fruit or vegetable juices (excluding nut juice), without added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar. This is a dynamic and innovative category within the beverage industry, reflecting consumer demand for convenience, diverse flavor profiles, and enhanced nutritional value. These mixtures range from classic fruit punches to complex vegetable-fruit blends, often marketed for health and wellness benefits. Major importers are typically large beverage corporations, supermarkets, and food service providers seeking ready-to-drink options or bases for further processing. Exporters include countries with strong agricultural sectors and advanced food processing capabilities. The trade is driven by marketing trends, consumer preferences for specific ingredient combinations, and the global expansion of beverage brands.
Products Under This Code
Fruit cocktail juice, V8 vegetable juice, tropical fruit blend, berry blend juice, green juice blend, orange-mango juice, apple-grape juice, multi-vitamin juice
Real World Examples
V8 Original 100% Vegetable Juice, Tropicana Orange & Mango Juice, Naked Green Machine Smoothie (juice base), Minute Maid Fruit Punch
Common Misclassification
Frequently confused with single fruit/vegetable juices under 200989 if the blend is not clearly identified, or with 2202 (non-alcoholic beverages) if it's a ready-to-drink beverage and not just the juice itself.
Products Classified Under 2009.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
The United States, Germany, and the UK are major importers and consumers of mixed fruit and vegetable juices, with diverse global suppliers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 200990?
HS code 200990 covers: Juices; mixtures of fruits or vegetables (but not nut juice), unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This code covers unfermented mixtures of fruit or vegetable juices (excluding nut juice), without added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar. This is a dynamic and innovative category within the beverage industry, reflecting consumer demand for convenience, diverse flavor profiles, and enhanced nutritional value. These mixtures range from classic fruit punches to complex vegetable-fruit blends, often marketed for health and wellness benefits. Major importers are typically large beverage corporations, supermarkets, and food service providers seeking ready-to-drink options or bases for further processing. Exporters include countries with strong agricultural sectors and advanced food processing capabilities. The trade is driven by marketing trends, consumer preferences for specific ingredient combinations, and the global expansion of beverage brands.
What products fall under HS code 200990?
Fruit cocktail juice, V8 vegetable juice, tropical fruit blend, berry blend juice, green juice blend, orange-mango juice, apple-grape juice, multi-vitamin juice
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200990?
Frequently confused with single fruit/vegetable juices under 200989 if the blend is not clearly identified, or with 2202 (non-alcoholic beverages) if it's a ready-to-drink beverage and not just the juice itself.
How is HS code 200990 structured?
HS code 200990 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.