HS Code for Mixed fruit juice

Mixed fruit juice is classified under HS code 2009.90, which falls within Chapter 20 of the Harmonized System. This chapter is dedicated to preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Specifically, heading 2009 covers fruit juices (including grape must) and vegetable juices, provided they are unfermented and do not contain added spirit. The classification under 2009.90 is determined by the fact that the product is a mixture of two or more juices. To qualify for this code, the juice must maintain its character as a beverage base; it can contain added sugar or other sweetening matter, but the addition of alcohol would reclassify it entirely. The classification process involves evaluating the Brix value and the constituent parts to ensure that no single fruit juice dominates in a way that would require classification under a specific single-fruit subheading (such as 2009.11 for orange juice). For customs purposes, the mixture must be a physical blend of juices from different fruits or vegetables, excluding nut juices which are classified elsewhere.

Products Included

• Blends of apple and pear juice
• Tropical fruit medleys (e.g., pineapple, mango, and passion fruit)
• Orange and strawberry juice mixtures
• Vegetable and fruit juice blends (e.g., apple and carrot)
• Concentrated mixed fruit juices intended for reconstitution

Common Misclassification

Mixed fruit juices are frequently misclassified under HS code 2202.10. This code is for waters, including mineral waters and aerated waters, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavored. If a product contains a very low percentage of actual fruit juice and is primarily water with flavorings and sweeteners, it belongs in Chapter 22 rather than Chapter 20. Additionally, single fruit juices are often confused with mixtures; for instance, pure orange juice must be under 2009.11-2009.19, not 2009.90.

FAQ

What is the HS code for mixed fruit juice?

The standard HS code for mixtures of fruit or vegetable juices is 2009.90.

Does this code apply if the juice contains added vitamins?

Yes, the addition of vitamins or minerals for fortification does not generally change the classification from 2009.90, provided the product retains the essential character of a fruit juice mixture.