Spray-Dried Buttermilk Powder 15% Fat New Zealand from Japan
Spray-dried cultured buttermilk from New Zealand with 15% butterfat, qualifying under general note 15 quota provisions for dairy imports. Classified in HTS 0403.90.47.00 due to its dried form and butterfat content between 6% and 35%. Commonly used in pancake mixes and bakery applications.
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
• Secure import license from USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program for GN15 entries; provide detailed fat analysis report
• Avoid misdeclaration of fat content to prevent reclassification and penalties