Flora Light Margarine from Japan
Flora Light is a reduced-fat margarine from rapeseed oil, yogurt culture, and lime extract, with only 35% fat for lighter spreading. Despite lower fat, it emulsifies as solid margarine under HTS 1517.10.00.00, excluding liquid forms.
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 emulsion stability for low-fat versions; customs may scrutinize spreadability
• Provide nutritional facts panel early to confirm margarine vs. other preparations