Lactose-Free Milk 7.8% Fat from Japan
Milk treated with lactase enzyme to remove lactose, standardized to 7.8% fat, pasteurized without concentration. Still classified under HTS 0401.40.25.00 as natural milk in 6-10% fat 'other' if no constituents replaced, per Chapter 4 notes excluding only major modifications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document lactase treatment doesn't alter core proteins/fats; label as 'lactose-free' per FDA; verify against Chapter 4 exclusions for modified products