HS Code:
Berry juice, classified under HS Code 2009.80 (Fruit juices, including grape must, and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter), encompasses juices made from various berries such as cranberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. This category is a significant segment of the global fruit juice market, driven by increasing consumer demand for natural and health-oriented beverages. Berry juices are valued for their antioxidant properties and nutritional benefits, making them popular in health-conscious markets. The trade of berry juice is influenced by seasonal production, climatic conditions, and regional agricultural capabilities.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
UN Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
USD 350 million
29.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 200 million
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 100 million
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
8.5%
Highest Rate
35% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for organic berry juice
Increased market share for certified organic products, pushing producers to adopt sustainable farming practices
2021-2023
Growth in functional beverages
Berry juices fortified with vitamins or marketed as superfood drinks are gaining traction, especially in North America and Europe
2020-2022
Supply chain disruptions due to climate change
Erratic weather patterns have affected berry harvests, leading to price volatility and supply shortages in key exporting regions
2022
A new trade agreement reduced tariffs on berry juice imports between the EU and the US, facilitating smoother market access for exporters.
June 2023
Expected to increase trade volume by 10-15% between the regions over the next two years.
The Canadian government introduced subsidies for berry farmers to boost domestic production and export capabilities.
March 2023
Likely to strengthen Canada’s position as a leading exporter, potentially increasing competition for US and European producers.
Several Asia-Pacific countries tightened sanitary and phytosanitary regulations on imported berry juice due to concerns over pesticide residues.
January 2023
May lead to temporary trade barriers for exporters failing to meet the new standards, particularly affecting smaller producers.