Product classification
HS code for Fresh orange juice: 2009.12
Juice, orange, not frozen, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Classification of fresh orange juice under HS 2009.12
Fresh orange juice is classified under HS code 2009.12 because it falls within Chapter 20, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Specifically, heading 2009 applies to fruit juices and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit. The subheading 2009.12 is designated for orange juice that is not frozen and possesses a Brix value not exceeding 20. The Brix value is a measure of the sugar content in an aqueous solution, and for orange juice, a value of 20 or less typically indicates a natural or slightly sweetened state that has not been concentrated. Classification is determined by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is determined according to the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since the product is fresh (not frozen) and meets the Brix threshold, it is excluded from 2009.11 (frozen) and 2009.19 (other, such as concentrates).
- Covers
- Freshly squeezed orange juice
- Pasteurized orange juice (not frozen)
- Chilled orange juice with pulp
- Orange juice with added sugar (Brix ≤ 20)
- Reconstituted orange juice (if not frozen and Brix ≤ 20)
- Also under 2009.12
- Tropicana Pure Premium Orange Juice
- Simply Orange Juice
- Florida's Natural Orange Juice
- Minute Maid Premium Orange Juice
- Natalie's Orchid Island Juice Company Orange Juice
Codes often confused with 2009.12
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with HS code 2009.11, which is strictly reserved for frozen orange juice. Another common error involves HS code 2009.19; this code is used for orange juice with a Brix value exceeding 20, which usually applies to concentrates or highly sweetened syrups. Furthermore, if the orange juice contains added carbonation or significant amounts of other ingredients like milk or excessive water beyond reconstitution, it may be classified under heading 2202 as a beverage rather than a fruit juice.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200912 (the code used for fresh orange juice), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200912 (the code used for fresh orange juice) in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% 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 200912, not only fresh orange juice.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Brazil $1.3B 41% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $451M 15% of world exports
- 3 Spain $326M 11% of world exports
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.0B 30% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $408M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $355M 10% of world imports
World total: $3.4B 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 fresh orange juice
Brazil classifies fresh orange juice under NCM 2009.12.00: HS 2009.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh orange juice
What is the HS code for Fresh orange juice?
The HS code for Fresh orange juice is 200912 (Juice; orange, not frozen, 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 fresh, non-frozen orange juice with a Brix value of 20 or less is 2009.12.
How do I classify Fresh orange juice for customs?
Fresh orange juice is classified under HS code 200912 — Juice; orange, not frozen, 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.
Does this code include orange juice with added vitamins?
Yes, orange juice fortified with vitamins or minerals generally remains under 2009.12, provided it retains the essential character of a fruit juice and does not become a beverage classified under 2202.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh orange juice (HS 200912)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200912 (the code used for fresh orange juice) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($1.3B, 41% of world exports), the Netherlands ($451M) and Spain ($326M). World exports came to about $3.1B, 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 fresh orange juice (HS 200912)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200912 (the code used for fresh orange juice) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.0B, 30% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($408M) and France ($355M). World imports came to about $3.4B, 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 Fresh orange juice the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200912 for Fresh orange 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 fresh orange juice in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh orange juice (HS 200912) is classified under NCM 2009.12.00.