Siggi's Plain Nonfat Icelandic Skyr from Japan
Siggi's Icelandic Skyr achieves ≤0.5% fat content via extended straining, retail-packaged under 0406.30.18. Heirloom cultures create characteristic flavor profile. Qualifies for Canadian USMCA preference via 9823.04.25 when meeting origin criteria.
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
• Skyr/straining process documentation supports Greek yogurt classification under 0406.30.18
• Maintain cold chain; temperature abuse risks bacterial culture viability and classification
• USMCA regional value content calculations critical for Canadian dairy processors