Australian Skimmed Milk Powder Fortified from Japan
Fortified skimmed milk powder from Australia under 1.5% fat (HTS 0406.20.28), eligible for 9822.04.40 treatment within U.S.-Australia FTA limits. Produced for nutritional applications with added vitamins A and D. Quantitative limits apply per U.S. note 16 to subchapter XXII.
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
• Document vitamin fortification levels to maintain 0406.20.28 classification vs. 2106 preparations
• Check USTR Federal Register notices for current year quota status before shipping
• Use licensed customs broker familiar with Australia FTA quantitative provisions