Infant Formula Base Powder from Japan
Powdered base mix of malt extract, milk solids, and starch for infant nutrition formulas. It qualifies for HTS 1901.90.64.00 as a preparation of headings 0401-0404 goods, described in additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 with controlled cows’ milk solids content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
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
• Comply with strict FDA infant formula regs including compositional standards before import
• Submit kg cmsc declaration with lab analysis for note 10 entry eligibility
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete dairy origin certificates leading to quota denial