Butterfat-Enriched Croissant Dough Mix from Japan
Industrial dough mix for bakeries containing over 25% butterfat from dairy sources listed in additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4, used to prepare croissants under heading 1905. Not put up for retail sale, it qualifies for 1901.20.0500 due to its high butterfat content and compliance with chapter 4 provisions. This mix incorporates flour, malt extract, and specified dairy components without cocoa.
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
• Verify dairy components qualify under additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 with certificates of origin and analysis
• Provide lab reports confirming butterfat >25% and no retail packaging to avoid misclassification
• Ensure entry documentation references note 10 provisions to claim correct tariff treatment