Liberty Brand Peach Yogurt from Japan
Canadian peach-flavored yogurt meeting 0406.20.63 criteria with minimum 6% milk solids and fruit preparation. Qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.04.17 as specified Canadian good per note 4(b)(2). Produced from Canadian milk under strict dairy regulations.
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
• Lab test milk solids content; ≥6% required for 0406.20.63 vs lower for other yogurt subheadings
• Maintain USMCA regional value content records for dairy processing in Canada
• Avoid misclassification by documenting fruit content and fermentation process