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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