Hard Kefir from Japan
Fermented milk beverage with added yeasts for alcohol >0.5% vol, classified HTS 2206.00.90 as other fermented beverages. Probiotic-rich alternative to yogurt drinks.
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
• Differentiate from dairy via alcohol content; FDA secondary to TTB
• Fermentation logs required for proof