Liquid Dairy Spread Blend 50% Milkfat from Japan
Spreadable liquid emulsion with 50% milkfat content, water-in-oil type for culinary use. Classified under 0405.20.40.00 as 'other' butter substitutes not meeting butter's 80%+ milkfat threshold per Chapter Note (b). Used in food service; quota-restricted.
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
• Confirm water-in-oil emulsion structure via manufacturer's specs; declare exact milkfat percentage on entry docs; monitor annual quota status via USDA Foreign Ag Service portal