Australian Salted Butter Blocks from Japan
Salted butter blocks produced in Australia with 82% milkfat, maximum 2% milk solids-not-fat, and maximum 16% water content, meeting natural butter specifications under heading 0405. This product qualifies for entry under additional U.S. note 6 quota provisions for Australian dairy exports.
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%
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license required for note 6 quota entries; verify origin certificates as Mexico products excluded; test milkfat content (80-95%) to avoid reclassification as dairy spread