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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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