Bulk Institutional Plain Yogurt from Japan
Large container unflavored yogurt for foodservice, fermented from cow's milk. HTS 0403.20.90.00 applies regardless of packaging size for plain yogurt. Bulk form doesn't alter classification from retail packs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use 55-gallon drums with temperature loggers; declare commercial quantities
• Allocate larger quota share possible for institutional importers via USDA
• Specify 'not for retail sale' to avoid consumer packaging scrutiny