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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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