Whole Milk Plain Yogurt from Japan
Unflavored yogurt made from whole cow's milk, fermented to achieve characteristic tangy flavor and creamy texture. Falls under HTS 0403.20.90.00 as 'other' yogurt without added flavors, fruits, or sweeteners. Excludes products meeting butter or cheese concentration criteria per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Ensure milkfat content labeling complies with FDA standards (3.25%+ for whole milk); test for bacterial cultures
• Monitor calendar-year quota under Additional U.S
• Note 1; Mexico-origin prohibited - source from quota-eligible countries
• Provide commercial invoice specifying 'yogurt, not flavored' to prevent reclassification as dairy spread