Pasteurized Half-and-Half Cream 9% Fat from Japan
A blend of milk and cream standardized to 9% milkfat, pasteurized for retail sale in liquid form without concentration or sweeteners. Classified under HTS 0401.40.25.00 for its fat content between 6-10% and as 'other' milk/cream not fitting country-specific codes. It qualifies as natural dairy per Chapter 4 notes.
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
• Label fat content precisely on commercial invoices to match HTS criteria; ensure refrigeration chain compliance during shipping; be aware of potential TRQ (tariff-rate quota) applicability for dairy