Cream-Filled Fondant Drops from Japan
Sugar fondant drops with creamy dairy filling, categorized under HTS 1704.90.58.00 for other dairy sugar confections lacking cocoa. The fondant sugar base with milk cream aligns with chapter definitions. Excludes basic types like cough drops.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Lab test for dairy percentage and no cocoa traces; declare accurately
• Ensure shelf-life documentation for perishables; comply with biotech rules if applicable
• Avoid bulk imports mistaken for syrups—retail form keeps in 1704