Skim Milk Buttermilk from Japan
Fluid buttermilk cultured from skim milk with 0.1% butterfat, thick consistency from fermentation. Classified in HTS 0403.90.20.00 as fluid buttermilk from curdled milk, not concentrated. Ideal for commercial baking operations requiring consistent acidity.
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
• Use refrigerated containers only; provide microbial analysis; consult HTS chapter notes for fermented milk definitions