Chocolate Milk Powder from Japan
A powdered mix containing over 10% milk solids, used to prepare chocolate-flavored milk drinks by adding water. Classified under HTS 2106.90.82.00 as a food preparation n.e.s.i. with significant milk content, not qualifying as a beverage base or infant formula. It falls outside other specific headings in Chapter 21 due to its composition and preparation method.
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 milk solids content exceeds 10% by weight via lab analysis for proper classification under 2106.90.82.00
• Include detailed ingredient lists and nutritional labeling compliant with FDA standards to avoid holds
• Beware misclassification as infant formula (2106.90.36); ensure not marketed for infants under 1 year