Product classification
HS code for Frozen orange juice: 2009.11
Juice, orange, frozen, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Classification of frozen orange juice under HS 2009.11
Frozen orange juice is classified under HS code 2009.11. This falls under Chapter 20, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Heading 2009 is designated for fruit juices and vegetable juices that are unfermented and do not contain added spirit. Subheading 2009.11 specifically targets orange juice in a frozen state. This classification is based on the physical condition of the juice at the time of import or export. The juice may be concentrated or in its natural strength (not from concentrate). The addition of sugar or other sweetening matter is permitted under this code, as is the presence of pulp. However, the juice must remain unfermented. If the juice has been fermented or contains added alcohol, it would be classified under Chapter 22. The freezing process is a critical factor; if the juice is merely chilled or shelf-stable at room temperature, it would fall under subheadings 2009.12 or 2009.19, depending on its Brix value. The Harmonized System requires that the product retains the essential character of fruit juice to remain within this heading. Any product that has been diluted with water to the point where it is a beverage rather than a juice may be reclassified under heading 2202.
- Covers
- Frozen concentrated orange juice (FCOJ)
- Frozen not-from-concentrate (NFC) orange juice
- Frozen orange juice with added sugar
- Frozen orange juice with pulp
- Frozen organic orange juice
- Also under 2009.11
- Minute Maid Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate
- Tropicana Frozen Orange Juice
- Florida's Natural Frozen Orange Juice
- Simply Orange Frozen Orange Juice
- Old Orchard Frozen Orange Juice
Codes often confused with 2009.11
Common mistake. Frozen orange juice is often confused with HS code 2009.12, which applies to orange juice that is not frozen and has a Brix value not exceeding 20. Another common error is using HS code 2009.19, which is a residual category for other types of orange juice (such as shelf-stable juice with a high Brix value). Furthermore, if the product contains significant added water, flavorings, or other ingredients that move it beyond the definition of "juice," it might be misclassified under HS code 2202.99 as a non-alcoholic beverage.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200911 (the code used for frozen orange juice), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200911 (the code used for frozen orange juice) in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 33% 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 200911, not only frozen orange juice.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Brazil $1.0B 51% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $212M 11% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $112M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $721M 33% of world imports
- 2 Japan $205M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Germany $179M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $2.2B 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 frozen orange juice
Brazil classifies frozen orange juice under NCM 2009.11.00: HS 2009.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen orange juice
What is the HS code for Frozen orange juice?
The HS code for Frozen orange juice is 200911 (Juice; orange, frozen, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter). The HS code for frozen orange juice is 2009.11, covering both concentrated and non-concentrated varieties.
How do I classify Frozen orange juice for customs?
Frozen orange juice is classified under HS code 200911 — Juice; orange, frozen, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is there a difference in code for juice with added sugar?
No, HS code 2009.11 includes orange juice whether or not it contains added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen orange juice (HS 200911)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200911 (the code used for frozen orange juice) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($1.0B, 51% of world exports), Mexico ($212M) and the Netherlands ($112M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of frozen orange juice (HS 200911)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200911 (the code used for frozen orange juice) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($721M, 33% of world imports), Japan ($205M) and Germany ($179M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 Frozen orange juice the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200911 for Frozen 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 frozen orange juice in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen orange juice (HS 200911) is classified under NCM 2009.11.00.