White Miso Paste from Japan
White miso paste, or shiro miso, is a milder fermented soybean paste made with a higher rice content, ideal for soups and dressings. Classified under HTS 2008.99.91.10 due to its status as a traditional miso product from prepared beans. It is preserved through fermentation and not fitting other fruit or nut preparations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming fermentation to distinguish from non-fermented bean pastes
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fermented soy products entering the US
• Avoid bulk packaging over retail sizes to prevent bulk food reclassification