Dried Bulgarian Yogurt Powder from Japan
Powdered Bulgarian-style yogurt from strained fermented milk with butterfat ≤45%, dried for shelf stability. Classified under HTS 0403.90.61.00 as dried fermented milk product pursuant to U.S. Note 9 quota. Ideal for instant yogurt drinks and baking.
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
• Certify specific yogurt cultures (e.g
• Lactobacillus bulgaricus); ensure dry matter analysis
• Note 9 license mandatory; monitor 99,500 kg cap
• Proper labeling prevents cheese misclassification