Milk Oil Pastry Fat from Japan
Plasticized pastry fat containing over 15% butter oils for viennoiserie. Falls under HTS 2106.90.38.00 as specialized butter substitute preparation. Provides optimal roll-in characteristics.
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
• Demonstrate plasticity range (10-20°C) suitable for puff pastry
• Use nitrogen flushing for extended shelf life in transit
• Classify as ingredient vs finished good based on B2B sales documentation