2009.41.40.40 - Other

This HTS classification, 2009.41.40.40, covers "Other" pineapple juices that are unfermented, do not contain added spirit, and have a Brix value not exceeding 20. This category serves as a residual classification for pineapple juices meeting the aforementioned criteria when they are not specifically covered by other, more narrowly defined subheadings within the pineapple juice category. The "Other" designation implies that these products do not fit into any previously specified categories at this level, such as frozen preparations.

The key distinguishing factor for this "Other" category is the absence of specific attributes that would place it under a different sibling classification. For instance, it is differentiated from 2009.41.40.20, "Frozen," by the fact that the product is not in a frozen state. The Brix value requirement of "not exceeding 20" remains a constant for all classifications under 2009.41.40, ensuring that only juices with a relatively lower sugar concentration are considered.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, classification under 2009.41.40.40 relies on the precise definition of pineapple juice with a Brix value not exceeding 20, that is neither frozen nor contains added spirit, and falls outside of any other specific descriptor within this HTS structure. Importers and exporters should ensure that their pineapple juice product meets all these criteria to correctly classify it under this subheading.