Liquid Barley Malt Extract from Japan
A fluid extract derived from malted barley, used primarily in brewing and baking for its enzymatic properties and fermentable sugars. Classified under HTS 1901.90.10.00 as fluid malt extract, not containing cocoa, fitting the definition from chapter note (a) referencing groats of chapter 11.
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 milk solids content if blended with dairy; ensure under 40% cocoa if any present per chapter notes
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming fluid state and malt extract composition to avoid misclassification
• Label accurately for food safety; common pitfall is incorrect declaration as dry extract leading to wrong subheading