EU Butter Oil GN15 Quota from Japan
Butter oil from European Union countries entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions, with strict milkfat composition (80-95%) and no added emulsifiers. Used in chocolate manufacturing and industrial baking. HTS 0405.90.05 applies to these specially licensed dairy fat imports.
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
• Apply for USDA license well in advance due to EU quota competition; certify exact milkfat percentage (80-95%) per chapter note (a); track aggregate quota usage across all countries