Certified Organic Dairy Shortening from Japan
Organic shortening made from palm oil and organic dairy cream fractions, compliant with general note 15 for preferential import. HTS 1517.90.4500 applies to this dairy-inclusive edible fat preparation under chapter 4 note 1. Used in pastry production with high melt point.
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
• Include organic certification per general statistical note 6 alongside general note 15 documentation for duty benefits
• Label batches with exact dairy solids content to pass customs verification against chapter statistical notes