Millet-Derived Glucose Syrup for Pet Food Production from Japan
Industrial blended glucose syrup from millet starch (<20% fructose dry state), for incorporation into dry pet kibble formulations. HTS 1702.30.28.00 applies as a note 4 blended syrup for further processing, not direct consumer sale. Unflavored bulk liquid.
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 non-human food use if applicable to quotas; ensure fructose lab certification
• Use ISO tanks for bulk to affirm industrial status
• Check USTR modifications to allocations