0403.90.61.00/Dried Bulgarian Yogurt Powder/Japan

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%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

• 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