Swiss Milk Butter Oil from Japan
Premium butter oil from Swiss milk, allocated under General Note 15 for special dairy fat entries. Meets strict butter definition with cultures and no emulsifiers. Used in high-end patisserie; classified HTS 0405.90.05.
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
• Document lactic-acid bacteria cultures if present; ensure <16% water content certification; coordinate with Swiss exporters on quota timing