0403.90.41.10/Spray Dried Low Fat Sour Cream Powder/Japan

Spray Dried Low Fat Sour Cream Powder from Japan

Industrial spray-dried sour cream powder containing ≤6% butterfat, used as creamer base in processed foods and dry mixes. HTS 0403.90.41.10 applies due to fermentation process, low fat content, and quota license requirement under U.S. Note 12. Product reconstitutes to cultured sour cream meeting Chapter 4 definitions.

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%

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Import Tips

• Submit fat analysis certificate from accredited lab confirming ≤6% butterfat on dry basis

• Track annual quota usage via USDA Dairy Reports before shipping

• Use licensed customs broker familiar with dairy TRQ procedures