Milk Protein Concentrate Blend from Japan
A powdered mixture derived from dried whey and milk solids, containing over 16% milk solids by weight and not exceeding 5.5% butterfat, blended with sugar for further processing. It falls under HTS 2106.90.06.00 as it's described in additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4, entered pursuant to its provisions, and not retail-ready.
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 entry eligibility under U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 with precise milk solids and butterfat documentation; obtain prior approval from USDA if required
• Ensure product is not retail-packaged to avoid reclassification
• Label composition accurately to prevent customs holds