Bulk Instant Nonfat Dry Milk Beverage Base from Japan
Industrial blend of nonfat dry milk, malt extract, and stabilizers for use in beverages, with over 10% milk solids. Falls under HTS 1901.90.62.00 as a food preparation from dairy (Chapter 4) not elsewhere specified, processed beyond basic milk powders. Not cocoa-containing and intended for further manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.6%
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
• Provide detailed ingredient breakdown showing >10% milk solids (kg cmsc if applicable) to justify classification
• Use commercial invoices specifying bulk/non-retail to prevent shifts to higher-duty retail categories
• Watch for EU dairy quotas; ensure HACCP plans for dairy imports to avoid FDA holds