Greek Strained Yogurt from Japan
Greek strained yogurt is a thick, creamy fermented milk product made by straining regular yogurt to remove whey, resulting in higher protein content. It falls under HTS 0403.90.87.00 as a fermented or acidified milk product entered under General Note 15 provisions for Israeli-origin dairy goods. This classification applies to yogurt not fitting other subheadings and subject to specific quota and licensing requirements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain import license from USDA prior to entry as required for General Note 15 Israeli dairy products
• Verify product origin documentation proving Israeli manufacture to qualify under this provision
• Check current quota availability for yogurt category under additional U.S. note 1 to avoid over-quota duties