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Ovaltine Chocolate Malt Drink Mix from Japan

Ovaltine is a popular milk-based chocolate-flavored malted beverage powder with barley malt extract, milk solids, sugar, and cocoa, often imported under General Note 15. It fits HTS 2202.99.22.00 as a flavored non-alcoholic beverage containing added sweetening matter derived from milk bases. The mix is typically dissolved in milk for a rich, fortified drink.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty

Import Tips

Confirm proof of General Note 15 applicability through commercial invoices and origin declarations to secure favorable rates

Test alcoholic strength to ensure under 0.5% vol. and label milk content accurately per FDA import requirements

Watch for reclassification risks if packaging emphasizes nutritional fortification over beverage use