New Zealand Butter Pecan Dairy Ice Cream from Japan
Butter pecan ice cream with roasted pecans in a rich New Zealand dairy base, entered under 2105.00.25.00 via GN15 for preferential treatment. High milkfat content satisfies dairy product criteria. Retail tubs ensure consumer-ready classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
• Pecan roasting docs prevent misclassification as nut preparation
• GN15 claims need supporting dairy origin certificates
• Avoid bulk packaging; retail put-up supports Chapter 21 heading