Anhydrous Milkfat Butter from Japan
High-purity anhydrous milkfat standardized to butter specs (80-95% fat), derived exclusively from milk without concentration beyond limits. Classified 0405.10.20.00 as 'other' butter, not butter oil since water content maintained within 16% maximum. Used in confectionery manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from butter oil via water content documentation (≤16%); apply USDA quota license months ahead; ensure no mineral concentration beyond butter specs