Spray-Dried Sweet Cream Powder from Japan
Sweet cream powder produced by spray-drying fresh cream to 78% butterfat content, classified under 0405.20.70. Enters duty-free via USMCA 9823.03.09 for Mexican/US origin goods. Primary application in frozen dessert manufacturing requiring natural sweet cream flavor profile.
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
• Document spray-drying temperature parameters; conduct standard plate count testing; maintain 40°F storage temperature until final processing