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Rancid Butter for Rendering from Japan

Aged rancid butter used in industrial fat rendering, meeting chapter 0405(a) definition including rancid forms. Classified HTS 0405.90.05.40 as 'other' dairy fat under quota provisions, not standard consumer butter.

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

Include industrial end-use declaration; test for allowable lactic cultures per chapter note; quota license essential before calendar year limits reached