Butter-Heavy Brioche Mix for Commercial Bakers from Japan
A flour-based mix with over 25% butterfat from whole milk or cream derivatives (per U.S. note 1), used to prepare brioche for heading 1905 products. Supplied in bulk for industrial baking, not retail, qualifying for HTS 1901.20.1500.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'not for retail sale' with bulk quantities; provide FDA prior notice for dairy components; test for cocoa content to avoid chapter exclusions