Casein Fortified Malt Extract Drink Powder from Japan
Powdered base of malt extract fortified with casein and skim milk powder for nutritional drinks, over 10% milk solids. Classified in HTS 1901.90.62.00 for malt extract food preparations incorporating dairy, not retail-packaged. Processed beyond Chapter 11 groats or meal.
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
• Document casein as milk-derived (heading 0401-0404) to support classification; test for exact solids %
• Declare total cocoa <40% defatted basis if any traces present
• Bulk packaging helps avoid retail duties; inspect for contamination risks in dairy-malt blends