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Bakery-Grade Milkfat Butter Substitute Paste from Japan

Solid paste-form butter substitute exceeding 45% butterfat from milk sources, with over 10% milk solids, for viennoiserie and laminated doughs. Falls under HTS 2106.90.24.00 as a quota-eligible product per U.S. note 14 chapter 4. Ideal for professional baking operations.

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

Use precise HPLC fat analysis reports for customs verification of butterfat percentage

Enter only through designated quota ports; others face rejection or higher tariffs

Maintain supply chain records proving substitute status vs. pure butter