Spray-Dried Skim Milk Solids from Japan
High-solids spray-dried skim milk powder (<1.5% fat) for ice cream mixes and yogurt cultures. Classified HTS 0402.10.50.00 as non-quota 'other' milk powder providing essential milk proteins and lactose. Standard food industry workhorse ingredient.
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
• Specify spray-drying method and nozzle type in technical specs for quality consistency
• Batch test for insolubility index (A1.5 max) critical for frozen dessert applications
• Multi-wall paper bags with polyethylene liner standard; avoid single-wall for humidity protection