Gerber Chicken and Rice Baby Food from Japan
This homogenized pureed preparation combines tender chicken meat with rice, specifically formulated for infants and toddlers as a complete meal. It is put up in retail jars suitable for young children, classifying it under HTS 1602.10.50.80 as a homogenized meat preparation for retail sale to infants. The smooth texture ensures easy swallowing for early weaning stages.
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
• Verify nutritional labeling complies with FDA infant food standards, including allergen declarations for meat proteins
• Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming homogenization and absence of non-permitted additives for young children
• Avoid misclassification as general pet food; emphasize retail infant use in entry docs to prevent audits