Set-Style Whole Milk Yogurt from Japan
Traditional set-style yogurt where cultures form natural curd in retail containers, 3-6% milkfat per HTS 0406.30.87. Canadian-made qualifying for 9823.04.36 USMCA treatment under general note 11, subchapter note 4(b)(2). Incubation in final packaging creates characteristic texture.
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
• Specify set-style incubation process vs. stirred yogurt
• Temperature control critical during transport to maintain texture
• Canadian facility must meet USMCA yogurt standards