Bakery Margarine Cheese Filling from Japan
Industrial filling for pastries, mixing margarine, cheese flour (from 0401-0404), groats, and malt extract, less than 5% cocoa. HTS 1901.90.36.00 as other margarine cheese preparation, prepared beyond chapter 10/11.
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
• For bulk imports, ensure IBC totes meet food contact regs and provide stability data
• Classify as intermediate good if for further processing to potentially lower duties
• Monitor for moisture content affecting shelf life declarations