Lactose-Free Margarine from Japan
Lactose-free margarine uses purified vegetable oils and plant-based emulsifiers, avoiding dairy traces for sensitive consumers. Solid emulsion qualifies for HTS 1517.10.00.00 as standard margarine.
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
• Lab certs for <10ppm lactose to back claims
• Allergen-free labeling per FDA
• No dairy shift risk if pure veg