HS Code:
Orange juice provided for in subheading 2009.19.00 of the Harmonized System (HS) Code refers to orange juice that is not frozen and not concentrated, or concentrated orange juice that has been reconstituted. This category includes both single-strength orange juice and concentrated forms used in beverages and food processing. It is a significant commodity in global agricultural trade, often influenced by climatic conditions, production capacities, and consumer demand for natural and healthy beverage options.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $4.5 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
$2.1 billion USD
46.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$800 million USD
17.8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$450 million USD
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$300 million USD
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$200 million USD
4.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
7.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
35% (applied by certain developing countries to protect domestic industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-USMCA or within regional blocs like the EU)
Rising demand for natural and organic orange juice
Increased exports from countries with organic certification capabilities, such as Brazil and the US, while pushing smaller producers to adopt sustainable practices.
2021-2023
Impact of climate change on citrus production
Erratic weather patterns, such as hurricanes and droughts in key regions like Florida and Brazil, have led to supply shortages and price volatility.
2020-2022
Growth in demand for fortified and functional beverages
Manufacturers are innovating with vitamin-enriched orange juice products, boosting trade in markets with health-conscious consumers like Europe and North America.
2022-2023
Brazil reported a 15% increase in orange juice exports to the European Union due to favorable trade agreements and a shortfall in European citrus production caused by adverse weather.
June 2023
Strengthened Brazil's position as the leading global supplier, potentially increasing competition for other exporters like the US.
The United States reviewed and slightly reduced tariffs on orange juice imports from certain Latin American countries under updated trade agreements, aiming to stabilize domestic prices.
March 2023
Expected to increase import volumes from Mexico and other regional partners, benefiting US consumers with lower prices.
The ongoing spread of citrus greening disease in Florida has reduced domestic orange juice production by nearly 20%, prompting higher imports to meet demand.
September 2022
Increased reliance on imports from Brazil and Mexico, potentially reshaping long-term trade patterns for the US market.