Aseptic Packaged Condensed Milk from Japan
Sweetened condensed milk in aseptic Tetra Pak cartons for ambient storage, concentrated with sugar preservative. HTS 0402.99.06.00 applies to this 'other' form entered under general note 15. Aseptic processing preserves sterility without refrigeration.
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
• Validate aseptic integrity certificates to avoid quarantine for sterilization verification
• Declare packaging type accurately as it affects tare weight allowances
• Monitor shelf life declarations against quota year validity periods