Similac Advance Infant Formula with Oligosaccharides from Japan
A powdered infant formula designed for newborns and infants, containing over 10% milk solids by weight and oligosaccharides to support gut health. Classified under HTS 1901.10.16.00 as a preparation suitable for infants, put up for retail sale, not containing cocoa, and meeting the milk solids threshold. It provides complete nutrition mimicking breast milk.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify milk solids content exceeds 10% via lab analysis for accurate classification; provide certificates of analysis
• Ensure FDA prior notice and infant formula registration; label with nutritional facts and oligosaccharide content
• Avoid misclassification as general milk preparations by confirming retail packaging and infant suitability