Lassi Plain Fermented Milk from Japan
South Asian fermented milk drink made from yogurt cultures, served plain without dilution or sweeteners. Classified under HTS 0403.90.85.00 as fermented milk, aligning with curdled milk category but not dried or further processed with added ferments. Full-fat or low-fat variants available.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Validate bacterial strains match fermented milk definition; prepare for Additional U.S
• Note 10 quota documentation
• Label as 'fermented, not diluted' clearly