Juice; orange, not frozen, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

HS v2017 Code: 200912

About juice; orange, not frozen, of a brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

HS code 200912 covers the import and export of unfermented orange juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This code is of significant importance in the global food and beverage industry, as orange juice is a widely consumed and traded commodity. The production and trade of this product are integral to the broader agricultural and food processing sectors, contributing to economic activity and employment worldwide.

Production process

The production of orange juice covered under HS code 200912 typically involves the extraction of juice from fresh oranges, followed by pasteurization and packaging. The oranges are washed, sorted, and then pressed or centrifuged to extract the juice. The juice is then pasteurized to kill any harmful bacteria and extend its shelf life. Finally, the juice is packaged, often in cartons or bottles, for distribution and consumption.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of orange juice under HS code 200912 include fresh oranges, which serve as the primary raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery for juice extraction, pasteurization equipment, and packaging materials such as cartons or bottles. Water and energy sources are also essential inputs for the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 200912 is unfermented orange juice, which can be consumed directly or used as an ingredient in other food and beverage products. This orange juice may be further processed or blended with other juices to create a variety of juice-based products. Other related HS codes that may consume the output of this industry include 200919 Juice; orange, not frozen, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter and 200911 Juice; orange, frozen, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.

Revisions to 200912

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 200912. The most recent 1 version of this code (200912) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 200912 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for juice; orange, not frozen, of a brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/20'>20: Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2009'>2009: Fruit juices (including grape must) and vegetable juices, unfermented, not containing added spirit; whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200912'>200912: Juice; orange, not frozen, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200911'>200911: Juice; orange, frozen, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200919'>200919: Juice; orange, not frozen, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200921'>200921: Juice; grapefruit (including pomelo), of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200929'>200929: Juice; grapefruit (including pomelo), of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200931'>200931: Juice; of single citrus fruit (excluding orange or grapefruit), of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200939'>200939: Juice; of single citrus fruit (excluding orange or grapefruit), of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200941'>200941: Juice; pineapple, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200949'>200949: Juice; pineapple, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200950'>200950: Juice; tomato, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200961'>200961: Juice; grape, of a Brix value not exceeding 30, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200969'>200969: Juice; grape, of a Brix value exceeding 30, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200971'>200971: Juice; apple, of a Brix value not exceeding 20, unfermented, (not containing added spirit), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200979'>200979: Juice; apple, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200981'>200981: Juice; Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon, Vaccinium oxycoccos, Vaccinium vitis-idaea) juice, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200989'>200989: Juice; of any single fruit or vegetable n.e.c. in heading no. 2009, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/200990'>200990: Juices; mixtures of fruits or vegetables, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]

    

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