Anhydrous Milk Fat 99.8% Butter Oil from Japan
Pure anhydrous milk fat extracted from cow's milk with 99.8% milkfat content, used primarily in chocolate confectionery production and bakery applications. Classified under HTS 0405.90.05.20 as it meets the definition of butter oil derived exclusively from milk under general note 15 quota provisions. It contains no added emulsifiers and has minimal water content, distinguishing it from dairy spreads.
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 prior to entry as required for general note 15 provisions; quantities limited to 6,080,500 kg annually excluding Mexico
• Provide laboratory analysis certifying minimum 99.5% milkfat content and compliance with butter oil specifications to avoid reclassification