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Spray Dried Sour Cream 12% Butterfat from Japan

Industrial spray-dried sour cream containing 12% butterfat, cultured from pasteurized cream and used in dry mix formulations for dips and seasonings. Meets HTS 0403.90.51.00 criteria as dried sour cream (6-35% butterfat) entered under U.S. note 8 quantitative restrictions. Provides authentic sour cream flavor without refrigeration needs.

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

• Document spray-drying process and fat analysis for CBP verification

• Quota fills quickly; monitor USDA allocations

• Ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption affecting butterfat percentage