Product classification
HS code for Apple juice: 2009.71
Juice, apple, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Classification of apple juice under HS 2009.71
Apple juice is classified under HS code 200971 when its Brix value does not exceed 20. This specific subheading within Chapter 20 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to "Juice; apple, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter." The critical determinant for this classification is the Brix value, which quantifies the soluble solids content, primarily sugars, in the juice. A Brix value of 20 or less indicates a standard, ready-to-drink apple juice, distinguishing it from more concentrated forms. Furthermore, the juice must be unfermented and free from added spirit, although the presence of added sugar or other sweetening matter is permissible.
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- Ready-to-drink apple juice, typically found in cartons or bottles.
- Apple juice with a Brix value ranging from 0 to 20.
- Sweetened apple juice, where additional sugars have been incorporated, provided the Brix value remains at or below 20.
- Unsweetened apple juice, consisting solely of apple juice solids and water, with a Brix value not exceeding 20.
- Freshly squeezed apple juice, if its natural Brix value falls within the specified range.
- Organic apple juice, meeting the Brix and processing criteria.
- Also under 2009.71
- Mott's Apple Juice
- Tree Top Apple Juice
- Martinelli's Apple Juice
Codes often confused with 2009.71
Common mistake. HS code 200979 (Apple juice, of a Brix value exceeding 20): This is the most frequent point of misclassification. The sole differentiating factor between 200971 and 200979 is the Brix value. If the apple juice has undergone a concentration process, resulting in a Brix value greater than 20, it must be classified under 200979. HS code 220299 (Other non-alcoholic beverages): While apple juice is indeed a non-alcoholic beverage, heading 2009 specifically provides for fruit and vegetable juices. Heading 2202 is a residual category for other non-alcoholic beverages not covered by more specific headings. Therefore, 200971 is the correct and more precise classification for apple juice.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200971 (the code used for apple juice), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200971 (the code used for apple juice) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 19% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 200971, not only apple juice.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $166M 18% of world exports
- 2 Poland $154M 17% of world exports
- 3 Italy $79M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $931M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $195M 19% of world imports
- 2 United States $135M 13% of world imports
- 3 France $115M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 apple juice
Brazil classifies apple juice under NCM 2009.71.00: HS 2009.71 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about apple juice
What is the HS code for Apple juice?
The HS code for Apple juice is 200971 (Juice; apple, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter). The HS code for apple juice that is unfermented, does not contain added spirit, and has a Brix value not exceeding 20, is 200971. This code applies whether or not the juice contains added sugar or other sweetening matter.
How do I classify Apple juice for customs?
Apple juice is classified under HS code 200971 — Juice; apple, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does Brix value impact the classification of apple juice?
The Brix value is a crucial determinant. Apple juice with a Brix value of 20 or less is classified under 200971, indicating a standard, ready-to-drink product. If the Brix value exceeds 20, it signifies a concentrated product, which is classified under HS code 200979. This distinction is fundamental for accurate customs declarations.
Which countries are the top exporters of apple juice (HS 200971)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200971 (the code used for apple juice) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($166M, 18% of world exports), Poland ($154M) and Italy ($79M). World exports came to about $931M, 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 apple juice (HS 200971)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200971 (the code used for apple juice) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($195M, 19% of world imports), the United States ($135M) and France ($115M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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.
Is the HS code for Apple juice the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200971 for Apple juice is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for apple juice in Brazil?
In Brazil, apple juice (HS 200971) is classified under NCM 2009.71.00.