Malted Milk Powder from Japan
A food preparation made from malted barley flour, dried milk, and sugar, used in beverages and baking. Classified under HTS 1901.90.91 as a malt extract-based preparation not containing cocoa or exceeding cocoa limits, and not specified elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify total cocoa content is under 40% on defatted basis via lab testing to avoid reclassification
• Include certificates of analysis showing milk solids content if derived from heading 0401-0404 goods
• Label accurately as 'food preparation of flour and malt extract' to prevent NES issues