Chobani Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt 32oz from Japan
Chobani Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt is a strained yogurt product with 0% milkfat, classified under HTS 0406.30.28 as yogurt with less than 3% milkfat. This product falls under 9823.04.26 as a qualifying good of Canada under USMCA provisions for preferential tariff treatment. The straining process gives it a thick texture and high protein content typical of Greek-style yogurt.
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
• Obtain USMCA Certificate of Origin from Canadian exporter documenting yogurt production entirely in Canada
• Ensure product meets 0406.30.28 milkfat requirements (<3%) with laboratory analysis certificates
• Maintain cold chain documentation (bill of lading, temperature logs) to prevent spoilage claims at entry