Product classification
HS code for Grape juice concentrate: 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.
Classification of grape juice concentrate under HS 2009.69
Grape juice concentrate is classified under HS code 2009.69. This code applies to grape juice that is unfermented, does not contain added spirits, and possesses a Brix value exceeding 30. The Brix value is the primary differentiator between subheadings 2009.61 and 2009.69. Concentration is typically achieved through the removal of water via industrial processes such as vacuum evaporation or freeze concentration, resulting in a significantly higher density of natural sugars and fruit solids. This product is often used as a base for reconstituted juices, as a natural sweetener in the food industry, or as a raw material for further processing. Under the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, the classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Chapter 20 notes specify that juices of this heading may contain added salt, spices, or flavoring agents, provided they do not alter the essential character of the juice as a fruit product. If the product is concentrated to the point of becoming a thick paste or if it is intended for use as a sugar substitute with significant chemical modification, it might be scrutinized under Chapter 17 (Sugars and Sugar Confectionery), though most standard fruit concentrates remain in 2009. It is also important to distinguish this from grape must; while 2009 covers unfermented must, any must that has begun the fermentation process is excluded from this heading and moved to Chapter 22.
- Covers
- Concentrated grape juice for industrial use
- Frozen grape juice concentrate
- High-Brix grape juice (Brix > 30)
- Deionized grape juice concentrate
- Grape juice syrups for beverage bases
- Also under 2009.69
- 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 most common misclassification occurs with HS code 2009.61, which is only for grape juice with a Brix value of 30 or less. Importers also occasionally confuse concentrate with grape must under 2204.30 if the product is intended for winemaking, but 2009.69 remains the correct code as long as it is unfermented. If the concentrate has been modified to the point where it is primarily a sugar solution, heading 1702 might be considered, though this is rare for pure fruit products.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200969 (the code used for grape juice concentrate), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200969 (the code used for grape juice concentrate) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 200969, not only grape juice concentrate.
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 grape juice concentrate
Brazil classifies grape juice concentrate under NCM 2009.69.00: HS 2009.69 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about grape juice concentrate
What is the HS code for Grape juice concentrate?
The HS code for Grape juice concentrate is 200969 (Juice; grape, of a Brix value exceeding 30, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter). Grape juice concentrate is typically classified under HS code 2009.69, provided its Brix value is greater than 30 and it is unfermented.
How do I classify Grape juice concentrate for customs?
Grape juice concentrate is classified under HS code 200969 — Juice; grape, of a Brix value exceeding 30, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is the Brix value determined for classification?
The Brix value is measured using a refractometer or hydrometer at 20 degrees Celsius to determine the percentage of soluble solids in the juice.
Which countries are the top exporters of grape juice concentrate (HS 200969)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200969 (the code used for grape juice concentrate) 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 grape juice concentrate (HS 200969)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200969 (the code used for grape juice concentrate) 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.
Is the HS code for Grape juice concentrate the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200969 for Grape juice concentrate 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 grape juice concentrate in Brazil?
In Brazil, grape juice concentrate (HS 200969) is classified under NCM 2009.69.00.