Chapter 20 covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants, including food preserved by vinegar, sugar, canning, freezing, etc. This chapter does not include fresh products that have only undergone simple preservation (classified in Chapters 7 and 8), nor does it include products based mainly on cereals or dairy products (Chapter 19). The core characteristic is deep processing that changes the original form or extends shelf life. Heading 2009 covers unfermented and non-alcoholic fruit juices and vegetable juices (including concentrated juices and original juices), as well as mixed juices for blending. The key condition is that the juice content must meet a certain standard and must not have undergone fermentation or added alcohol. Typical goods include orange juice, apple juice, pineapple juice, etc., but tomato juice is classified in 2002, and fermented fruit juices are classified in Chapter 22. First 2 digits 20: indicates Chapter 20, preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants. Digits 3-4 09: indicates heading 2009, fruit juices and vegetable juices (unfermented, non-alcoholic). Digits 5-6 11: indicates subheading 200911, specifically orange juice. Among these, subheading 200911 is further subdivided into frozen orange juice (20091110) and non-frozen orange juice (20091190), but the first 6 digits of the HS code are internationally unified as 200911, with the last two digits determined by each country. Orange juice is classified under 200911 because it is a fruit juice and is unfermented and non-alcoholic, meeting the definition of heading 2009. If the orange juice is fermented, it is classified under 2206; if alcohol is added, it is classified under 2208. If it is an orange-flavored beverage (with low juice content), it is classified under 2202. In addition, if fresh orange juice has not undergone sterilization or other processing, it may be classified under 0805, but commercial orange juice is usually concentrated or sterilized, so it is classified under 2009.
Chapter
Chapter 20 covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants, including food preserved by vinegar, sugar, canning, freezing, etc. This chapter does not include fresh products that have only undergone simple preservation (classified in Chapters 7 and 8), nor does it include products based mainly on cereals or dairy products (Chapter 19). The core characteristic is deep processing that changes the original form or extends shelf life.
Heading
Heading 2009 covers unfermented and non-alcoholic fruit juices and vegetable juices (including concentrated juices and original juices), as well as mixed juices for blending. The key condition is that the juice content must meet a certain standard and must not have undergone fermentation or added alcohol. Typical goods include orange juice, apple juice, pineapple juice, etc., but tomato juice is classified in 2002, and fermented fruit juices are classified in Chapter 22.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 20: indicates Chapter 20, preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants. Digits 3-4 09: indicates heading 2009, fruit juices and vegetable juices (unfermented, non-alcoholic). Digits 5-6 11: indicates subheading 200911, specifically orange juice. Among these, subheading 200911 is further subdivided into frozen orange juice (20091110) and non-frozen orange juice (20091190), but the first 6 digits of the HS code are internationally unified as 200911, with the last two digits determined by each country.
Classification Basis
Orange juice is classified under 200911 because it is a fruit juice and is unfermented and non-alcoholic, meeting the definition of heading 2009. If the orange juice is fermented, it is classified under 2206; if alcohol is added, it is classified under 2208. If it is an orange-flavored beverage (with low juice content), it is classified under 2202. In addition, if fresh orange juice has not undergone sterilization or other processing, it may be classified under 0805, but commercial orange juice is usually concentrated or sterilized, so it is classified under 2009.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'frozen concentrated orange juice' or 'non-frozen orange juice'. Ingredient Content: List the juice content, sugar degree (Brix), additives, etc., such as 'orange juice content 100%, Brix 65°'. Processing Method: Explain the processing technology, such as 'frozen concentration', 'not from concentrate', 'pasteurization', etc. Packaging Specifications: Indicate the packaging form and net weight, such as '200-liter aseptic bag' or '1-liter carton'. Brand: Fill in the brand name (fill in 'none' if no brand), used for customs intellectual property protection. Production Date: Fill in the specific production date or batch number for traceability and shelf-life verification. Country of Origin: Fill in the country (region) of origin of the goods, affecting tariffs and the application of trade agreements. Product Name: Frozen Concentrated Orange Juice; Ingredient Content: Orange juice concentrate, Brix 65°, no additives; Processing Method: Frozen concentration, pasteurization; Packaging Specifications: 200-liter aseptic bag, net weight 200 kg/bag; Brand: None; Production Date: May 10, 2024; Country of Origin: Brazil. Failing to distinguish between frozen and non-frozen orange juice, leading to confusion between subheadings 20091110 and 20091190. Incorrect declaration of Brix, which may be mistakenly classified as other fruit juices or beverages. Ignoring the fermentation status; if the orange juice has been fermented, it should be classified under 2206 rather than 2009.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'frozen concentrated orange juice' or 'non-frozen orange juice'.
⚠️ Writing only 'orange juice' without distinguishing between concentrated or non-concentrated, leading to classification disputes.
Ingredient Content
List the juice content, sugar degree (Brix), additives, etc., such as 'orange juice content 100%, Brix 65°'.
⚠️ Failing to specify Brix, or mistakenly treating total sugar degree as Brix.
Processing Method
Explain the processing technology, such as 'frozen concentration', 'not from concentrate', 'pasteurization', etc.
⚠️ Confusing 'concentrated' with 'non-concentrated', affecting subheading determination.
Packaging Specifications
Indicate the packaging form and net weight, such as '200-liter aseptic bag' or '1-liter carton'.
⚠️ Failing to indicate net weight, causing customs to question the quantity.
Brand
Fill in the brand name (fill in 'none' if no brand), used for customs intellectual property protection.
⚠️ Confusing the brand with the manufacturer, or failing to declare truthfully.
Production Date
Fill in the specific production date or batch number for traceability and shelf-life verification.
⚠️ Non-standard format, such as writing only '2024'.
Country of Origin
Fill in the country (region) of origin of the goods, affecting tariffs and the application of trade agreements.
⚠️ Mistakenly filling in the exporting country or transit country.
Example： Product Name: Frozen Concentrated Orange Juice; Ingredient Content: Orange juice concentrate, Brix 65°, no additives; Processing Method: Frozen concentration, pasteurization; Packaging Specifications: 200-liter aseptic bag, net weight 200 kg/bag; Brand: None; Production Date: May 10, 2024; Country of Origin: Brazil.
Common Mistakes：
Failing to distinguish between frozen and non-frozen orange juice, leading to confusion between subheadings 20091110 and 20091190.
Incorrect declaration of Brix, which may be mistakenly classified as other fruit juices or beverages.
Ignoring the fermentation status; if the orange juice has been fermented, it should be classified under 2206 rather than 2009.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1) The product is fruit juice and is unfermented and non-alcoholic; 2) The orange juice content meets the requirements of heading 2009; 3) The processing method is concentration, sterilization, etc., not simple fresh squeezing; 4) The packaging is commercial packaging, not small retail beverage packaging. If the juice content is below the specified standard or a large amount of water or sugar is added, it may be classified under 2202. 200912 Grapefruit juice: Grapefruit juice is classified under 200912; it belongs to the same citrus category as orange juice but is a different variety, and the Brix standards differ. 200919 Other citrus fruit juices: 200919 covers lemon juice, lime juice, etc. Orange juice is separately listed under 200911 and must not be confused. 220210 Flavored carbonated beverages: 220210 is a beverage with low juice content, while 200911 is pure juice or concentrated juice. 220600 Other fermented beverages: 220600 includes fermented fruit juices such as cider, while 200911 is unfermented fruit juice. 080510 Fresh oranges: 080510 is fresh oranges, unprocessed; 200911 is processed orange juice, which has changed form. Confirm the product is orange juice, not other citrus types. Confirm it is unfermented and has no added alcohol. Confirm the Brix meets the subheading requirements. Confirm the processing method is concentrated or non-concentrated. Confirm the packaging is commercial packaging, not retail beverages.
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1) The product is fruit juice and is unfermented and non-alcoholic; 2) The orange juice content meets the requirements of heading 2009; 3) The processing method is concentration, sterilization, etc., not simple fresh squeezing; 4) The packaging is commercial packaging, not small retail beverage packaging. If the juice content is below the specified standard or a large amount of water or sugar is added, it may be classified under 2202.
Confused Codes：
200912 - Grapefruit juice
Grapefruit juice is classified under 200912; it belongs to the same citrus category as orange juice but is a different variety, and the Brix standards differ.
200919 - Other citrus fruit juices
200919 covers lemon juice, lime juice, etc. Orange juice is separately listed under 200911 and must not be confused.
220210 - Flavored carbonated beverages
220210 is a beverage with low juice content, while 200911 is pure juice or concentrated juice.
220600 - Other fermented beverages
220600 includes fermented fruit juices such as cider, while 200911 is unfermented fruit juice.
080510 - Fresh oranges
080510 is fresh oranges, unprocessed; 200911 is processed orange juice, which has changed form.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm the product is orange juice, not other citrus types.
✓ Confirm it is unfermented and has no added alcohol.
✓ Confirm the Brix meets the subheading requirements.
✓ Confirm the processing method is concentrated or non-concentrated.
✓ Confirm the packaging is commercial packaging, not retail beverages.
❓ FAQ
How to query the HS code for orange juice? You can use the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query platforms, or consult a customs broker. Enter the keyword 'orange juice', filter Chapter 20, and confirm 200911. Note the distinction between frozen and non-frozen, as well as Brix. Are the HS codes for frozen concentrated orange juice and non-frozen orange juice the same? The first 6 digits are both 200911, but the last 4 digits differ. Frozen concentrated orange juice is usually 20091110, and non-frozen orange juice is 20091190. The processing status must be clearly stated when declaring. If sugar is added to orange juice, will it affect classification? If the orange juice still retains its orange juice characteristics after adding sugar and the Brix meets the standard, it is still classified under 200911. However, if a large amount of sugar water is added and it becomes a beverage, it is classified under 2202. In the declaration elements for orange juice, how should Brix be filled in? Brix is an indicator of the soluble solids content in fruit juice, expressed in °Bx. The measured value should be filled in, such as '65°Bx', and cannot be estimated. What regulatory documents are required for imported orange juice? Usually a certificate of origin, health certificate, ingredient test report, etc. are required. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements; you can consult the Import and Export Tariff and regulatory conditions. How to query the tariff rate for orange juice? Tariff rates vary depending on the country of origin and trade agreements. You can consult the Import and Export Tariff issued by the General Administration of Customs or use the 'Internet + Customs' platform and enter HS code 200911 to obtain the latest tariff rate. If the orange juice is fermented, which code should it be classified under? Fermented orange juice (such as orange wine) is classified under Chapter 22, specifically 2206009000. If alcohol is added, it is classified under 2208. How should cross-border e-commerce retail orange juice be declared? For cross-border e-commerce retail imported orange juice, it must be declared according to the 'Cross-border E-commerce Retail Imported Goods List'; the HS code is still 200911, but Chinese labels, inspection and quarantine certificates, etc. must be provided.
Q: How to query the HS code for orange juice?
A: You can use the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query platforms, or consult a customs broker. Enter the keyword 'orange juice', filter Chapter 20, and confirm 200911. Note the distinction between frozen and non-frozen, as well as Brix.
Q: Are the HS codes for frozen concentrated orange juice and non-frozen orange juice the same?
A: The first 6 digits are both 200911, but the last 4 digits differ. Frozen concentrated orange juice is usually 20091110, and non-frozen orange juice is 20091190. The processing status must be clearly stated when declaring.
Q: If sugar is added to orange juice, will it affect classification?
A: If the orange juice still retains its orange juice characteristics after adding sugar and the Brix meets the standard, it is still classified under 200911. However, if a large amount of sugar water is added and it becomes a beverage, it is classified under 2202.
Q: In the declaration elements for orange juice, how should Brix be filled in?
A: Brix is an indicator of the soluble solids content in fruit juice, expressed in °Bx. The measured value should be filled in, such as '65°Bx', and cannot be estimated.
Q: What regulatory documents are required for imported orange juice?
A: Usually a certificate of origin, health certificate, ingredient test report, etc. are required. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements; you can consult the Import and Export Tariff and regulatory conditions.
Q: How to query the tariff rate for orange juice?
A: Tariff rates vary depending on the country of origin and trade agreements. You can consult the Import and Export Tariff issued by the General Administration of Customs or use the 'Internet + Customs' platform and enter HS code 200911 to obtain the latest tariff rate.
Q: If the orange juice is fermented, which code should it be classified under?
A: Fermented orange juice (such as orange wine) is classified under Chapter 22, specifically 2206009000. If alcohol is added, it is classified under 2208.
Q: How should cross-border e-commerce retail orange juice be declared?
A: For cross-border e-commerce retail imported orange juice, it must be declared according to the 'Cross-border E-commerce Retail Imported Goods List'; the HS code is still 200911, but Chinese labels, inspection and quarantine certificates, etc. must be provided.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.