Product classification
HS code for Pomelo juice: 2009.21
Juice, grapefruit or pomelo, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Classification of pomelo juice under HS 2009.21
Pomelo juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20 is classified under HS code 2009.21. This classification falls under Chapter 20, which encompasses 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, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. The subheading 2009.21 specifically identifies grapefruit or pomelo juice with a Brix value of 20 or less. The Brix value is a measure of the soluble solids content in the juice, primarily sugars, measured at a temperature of 20 degrees Celsius. A value of 20 or less typically indicates single-strength juice that has not been concentrated or has been reconstituted to its natural density. According to the Chapter Notes, the juice must remain unfermented; if fermentation has occurred, the product would move to Chapter 22. The inclusion of pomelo juice under the same subheading as grapefruit juice reflects their botanical similarities and similar market use. This classification ensures that natural, non-concentrated citrus juices are grouped logically for tariff and statistical purposes.
- Covers
- Freshly squeezed pomelo juice
- Chilled pomelo juice in retail packaging
- Sweetened pomelo juice (Brix <= 20)
- Clarified or cloudy pomelo juice
- Reconstituted pomelo juice (Brix <= 20)
- Also under 2009.21
- Tropicana Grapefruit Juice
- Florida's Natural Grapefruit Juice
- Ocean Spray Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
Codes often confused with 2009.21
Common mistake. HS code 2009.29 is the most common misclassification, which is used for pomelo juice with a Brix value exceeding 20 (concentrates). Another error is using 2202.99, which is used for water-based beverages containing pomelo juice but where the juice is not the primary component or where other ingredients like thickeners change the nature of the product.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200921 (the code used for pomelo juice), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200921 (the code used for pomelo juice) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 16% 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 200921, not only pomelo juice.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $19M 23% of world exports
- 2 Israel $14M 17% of world exports
- 3 Spain $12M 15% of world exports
World total: $83M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $17M 16% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $17M 16% of world imports
- 3 China $13M 12% of world imports
World total: $107M 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 pomelo juice
Brazil classifies pomelo juice under NCM 2009.21.00: HS 2009.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pomelo juice
What is the HS code for Pomelo juice?
The HS code for Pomelo juice is 200921 (Juice; grapefruit or pomelo, 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 pomelo juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20 is 2009.21.
How do I classify Pomelo juice for customs?
Pomelo juice is classified under HS code 200921 — Juice; grapefruit or pomelo, 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 2009.21 include juice with added sugar?
Yes, HS code 2009.21 includes juice with added sugar or other sweetening matter, provided the total Brix value does not exceed 20 and no alcohol is added.
Which countries are the top exporters of pomelo juice (HS 200921)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200921 (the code used for pomelo juice) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($19M, 23% of world exports), Israel ($14M) and Spain ($12M). World exports came to about $83M, 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 pomelo juice (HS 200921)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200921 (the code used for pomelo juice) in UN Comtrade data were France ($17M, 16% of world imports), the Netherlands ($17M) and China ($13M). World imports came to about $107M, 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 Pomelo juice the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200921 for Pomelo 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 pomelo juice in Brazil?
In Brazil, pomelo juice (HS 200921) is classified under NCM 2009.21.00.