Whey Powder Sugar Mix for Ice Cream Base from Japan
Industrial blend of dried whey from subheading 0404.10, mixed with sugar, over 16% milk solids, under 5.5% butterfat, designed for further mixing into ice cream formulations. Classified in HTS 2106.90.06.00 per U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 for non-retail dairy mixes suitable for processing.
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
• Confirm butterfat content via lab analysis for subheading compliance; declare as industrial intermediate to qualify under note 10
• Watch for quota restrictions if resembling ice cream mixes under 2105