Chapter 20 covers preparations of vegetables, fruits, nuts or other parts of plants, including products preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, candied, frozen, cooked, concentrated, etc. However, some products made entirely from a single fruit or vegetable, such as beverages, juices, jams, are classified in Chapter 20, while fruit juices and vegetable juices are mainly classified under heading 2009. This chapter does not include foods prepared by other methods, such as baked goods, candies, etc. Heading 2009 covers unfermented and non-alcoholic fruit juices (including grape must) and vegetable juices, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. It mainly includes juices extracted from fresh fruits or vegetables by pressing, filtering, concentrating, etc., as well as reconstituted juices. However, it does not include fermented beverages (such as wine), alcoholic beverages, or fruit concentrates used as food additives. First 2 digits 20: represents Chapter 20, i.e., preparations of vegetables, fruits, nuts or other parts of plants. Digits 3-4 09: represents heading 2009, i.e., unfermented and non-alcoholic fruit juices and vegetable juices. Digits 5-6 80: represents subheading 200980, i.e., other fruit juices. Under heading 2009, subheadings are divided by fruit type: 200911-200919 for orange juice, 200921-200929 for grapefruit juice, 200931-200939 for lemon juice, 200941-200949 for pineapple juice, 200950 for tomato juice, 200961-200969 for grape juice, 200971-200979 for apple juice, 200980 for other fruit juices, 200990 for mixed juices. Therefore, 200980 covers other single fruit juices besides the specific fruits mentioned above. This product is a single fruit juice and does not fall under the specifically named subheadings such as orange juice, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, tomato juice, grape juice, apple juice, etc., so it is classified under 200980 (other fruit juices). If it were mixed juice, it would be classified under 200990; if it were a fermented or alcoholic juice beverage, it would be classified under Chapter 22.

Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity should accurately reflect the type of juice, such as 'mango juice', 'pomegranate juice', etc., avoiding the generic term 'juice'. Ingredient Content: List the main ingredients and their percentages in the juice, including original juice content, water, sugar, additives, etc., to prove it meets the definition of juice. Processing Method: Explain the processing technology of the juice, such as pressing, concentrating, reconstituting, sterilizing, etc., to distinguish it from fermented or alcoholic beverages. Packaging Specifications: Indicate the packaging type and net weight, such as 'carton, 1 liter/box', which affects classification and tax rates. Brand: Declare the brand name (fill in 'none' if no brand), used for intellectual property customs protection record verification. Production Date: Fill in the production date or batch number of the juice, facilitating customs verification of shelf life and food safety. Storage Method: Explain storage conditions, such as 'room temperature storage', 'refrigerated', affecting transportation and regulatory requirements. Product Name: Mango Juice; Ingredient Content: Mango puree 60%, water 35%, white granulated sugar 5%; Processing Method: Pressing, sterilizing, filling; Packaging Specifications: 250 ml/can, 24 cans/carton; Brand: ABC; Production Date: 2025-03-15; Storage Method: Store at room temperature away from light. Declaring concentrated juice as original juice, leading to classification errors or valuation disputes. Ignoring alcohol content; if the juice is fermented and contains alcohol, it should be classified under Chapter 22. Mixed juice mistakenly declared as single juice, should be classified under 200990 instead of 200980.

Core classification basis: 1. The product must be fruit juice or vegetable juice, unfermented and non-alcoholic; 2. It must be juice of a single fruit or vegetable, not mixed; 3. It does not fall under specifically named subheadings under heading 2009 (such as orange juice, grapefruit juice, etc.). If it is mixed juice, it is classified under 200990; if fermented or alcoholic, it is classified under Chapter 22. 200990 Mixed Juice: 200990 covers mixed juice of two or more fruits/vegetables, while 200980 is only single fruit juice. If the juice contains multiple fruit ingredients, it should be classified under 200990. 220299 Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages: 220299 includes alcoholic juice beverages or fermented juices. If the alcohol content of the juice exceeds 0.5% vol, it should be classified under Chapter 22. 200799 Other Jams, Jellies: 200799 is for jams, jellies, and similar products with a viscous texture, while 200980 is liquid juice. Their processing methods and forms are different. 200989 Other Vegetable Juices: 200989 is vegetable juice, while 200980 is fruit juice. Their raw materials are different, but if mixed, they are classified under 200990. Is it juice of a single fruit or vegetable? Is it unfermented and non-alcoholic? Does it not fall under specifically named subheadings under heading 2009? Is it not mixed juice? Does the packaging label meet juice standards?

How to determine whether a juice should be classified under 200980 or 200990? The key is whether the juice is made from a single fruit. If the juice label contains only one fruit ingredient (such as 100% mango juice), it is classified under 200980; if it contains two or more fruit juices (such as mango-pineapple mixed juice), it is classified under 200990. Mixed juice is classified as mixed even if one fruit is dominant. Which code should reconstituted concentrated juice be classified under? Reconstituted concentrated juice is still juice. If it is a single fruit and unfermented, it is classified under 200980. However, note that if concentrated juice is imported directly as a raw material for the food industry, it may be classified as concentrated juice, but if it has been reconstituted into retail packaging, it is classified as juice. What is the difference in classification between juice beverages and juice? Juice beverages usually refer to those with low juice content (such as less than 10%) and with large amounts of added water, sugar, flavors, etc., which may be classified under 2202 (flavored sugar water) or 2009 (if they meet the definition of juice). Pure juice or high juice content (such as 100%) is generally classified under 2009. The specific classification depends on ingredients and processing methods. Why is it necessary to specify the processing method in the declaration elements for imported juice? The processing method directly affects classification. For example, juice produced by fermentation contains alcohol and should be classified under Chapter 22; while pressing, concentrating, etc., are classified under 2009. In addition, the processing method also affects customs determination of product characteristics, such as whether it has been sterilized, whether preservatives have been added, etc. Does the packaging specification of juice affect the HS code? Packaging specifications usually do not affect the HS code, but may affect regulatory conditions and tax rates. For example, large packaging (such as 200-liter drums) may be for industrial use, while retail packaging (such as 250 ml) is for direct consumption. However, classification is still based on the nature of the product itself, and packaging is only one of the declaration elements. If the juice contains a small amount of alcohol, how should it be classified? If the alcohol content in the juice exceeds 0.5% vol, it is an alcoholic beverage and should be classified under Chapter 22 (such as 220299). If it is less than 0.5% vol, it can still be classified under 2009. However, note that some countries may have different regulations for trace amounts of alcohol, and it is recommended to consult local customs. How to inquire about the specific tax rate under 200980? The latest tax rate can be queried through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the International Trade Single Window. Tax rates may change due to trade agreements, origin, etc., and it is recommended to refer to official publications. At the same time, you can refer to the 'Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' or consult a professional customs broker.