HS Code for Lingonberry juice

Lingonberry juice is classified under HS code 2009.81. This code is part of Chapter 20, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Heading 2009 is dedicated to fruit juices (including grape must) and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit. Within this heading, the HS system specifically groups cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon, Vaccinium oxycoccos) and lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea) juices together under subheading 2009.81. The juice can be concentrated or non-concentrated, and it may contain added sugar or other sweetening matter. However, to remain in this classification, the juice must not be fermented and must not contain any added alcohol. The classification is based on the botanical origin of the fruit and the state of the final liquid product.

Products Included

• Pure lingonberry juice (Vaccinium vitis-idaea)
• Concentrated lingonberry juice
• Lingonberry juice with added sugar or sweeteners
• Frozen lingonberry juice (unfermented)
• Blended juices where lingonberry is the primary component by volume

Common Misclassification

Lingonberry juice is sometimes misclassified under 2009.89, which is the category for "other" fruit juices. However, because 2009.81 explicitly mentions lingonberry, it takes precedence. Another common error is classification under 2202.99, which covers water-based beverages containing fruit juice. If the product is diluted with water or contains other additives that change its character from "juice" to a "beverage," it moves to Chapter 22. Furthermore, if the juice has undergone fermentation, it would be classified under heading 2204, 2205, or 2206 depending on the alcohol content and process.

FAQ

What is the HS code for lingonberry juice?

The specific HS code for lingonberry juice is 2009.81.

Does this code apply to lingonberry jam?

No, lingonberry jam is classified under HS code 2007.99, as it is a cooked preparation (jam, fruit jelly, or marmalade) rather than a juice.