Mexican Skim Milk Powder for Chocolate Production from Japan
Skim milk powder from Mexican dairy cooperatives processed for premium chocolate manufacturing, eligible under USMCA HTS 9823.02.01 linked to 0402.10.50. Provides milk solids without fat interference in confectionery formulations. Duty-free status supports North American chocolate industry.
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
• Specify chocolate manufacturing end-use on commercial documents
• Ensure powder particle size suitable for chocolate conching process
• Comply with USMCA rules of origin for dairy processing