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Instant Coffee Creamer Powder from Japan

A powdered preparation primarily composed of coffee extracts and non-dairy creamer solids, designed for dissolving in hot water to make creamy coffee drinks. It falls under HTS 2101.12.32.00 as a preparation with a basis of coffee extracts, qualifying under General Note 15 provisions for preferential tariff treatment. Typically imported in bulk packaging for retail distribution.

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 compliance with General Note 15 country-of-origin rules and obtain necessary certificates of origin for duty preferences

Ensure accurate labeling of coffee extract content to avoid reclassification; provide detailed ingredient breakdowns in entry documentation

Watch for common pitfalls like exceeding quantitative limits if applicable or misdeclaring as pure coffee extract under 2101.11