Viili Fermented Milk from Japan
Finnish mesophilic fermented milk with a viscous texture from unique bacterial cultures, consumed fresh. HTS 0403.90.85.00 applies as other fermented milk, excluding dried forms or those with added lactic ferments post-production. Naturally acidified without concentration.
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
• Include microbial analysis for culture verification; check EU quota reallocations
• Pitfall: ensure not listed as 'dried milk with ferments'