Organic Earth Balance Margarine from Japan
Earth Balance Organic is a vegan margarine from expeller-pressed oils like palm fruit and soybean, soy-free options available, solid spread. HTS 1517.10.00.00 applies per statistical note for certified organic 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
• Attach USDA organic cert (see GSN 6) for statistical reporting
• Vegan claims need absence proofs for animal fats
• Palm oil RSPO cert aids buyer acceptance