Lactase Enzyme Tablets for Lactose Intolerance from Japan
Lactase beta-galactosidase enzymes in tablet form hydrolyze lactose for dairy-intolerant consumers. Classified in HTS 3507.90.70.00 as prepared enzymes, separate from Chapter 21 yeasts or Chapter 30 medicaments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide enzyme activity units (FCC lactase units) on invoices for classification support
• Distinguish from yeast-derived products via lab analysis per chapter exclusions
• Retail packaging helps affirm consumer supplement status over bulk industrial use