2202.99.37.00 - Mixtures of juices

This HTS category, 2202.99.37.00, encompasses mixtures of juices that are not specifically enumerated elsewhere and do not fall under heading 2009 (which covers single fruit or vegetable juices). These mixtures are typically beverages, often containing added sugar or flavorings, and are considered non-alcoholic. The key characteristic is the combination of juices from multiple sources, differentiating them from single-origin fruit or vegetable preparations.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 2202.99.36.00, which specifically covers the juice of any *single* fruit or vegetable. Therefore, if a beverage is derived from a blend of, for instance, apple and grape juice, it would fall under 2202.99.37.00, whereas pure apple juice would be classified under 2202.99.36.00. This distinction hinges on the compositional makeup of the juice mixture.

As a leaf node in the HTS system, there are no further subcategories for 2202.99.37.00. Classification at this level requires a careful examination of whether the product is a blend of juices and meets the broader criteria of non-alcoholic beverages with added sugar or flavorings, while not being classifiable as a single fruit or vegetable juice under the preceding sibling category.