Canadian Dried Kefir Powder from Japan
Dehydrated Canadian kefir (fermented milk beverage) powder standardized to ≤3% milk solids for HTS 0403.20.50 classification. USMCA-eligible under 9823.06.03 per note 6(b)(2) for duty-free quota entry. Popular in health food formulations.
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
• Confirm fermentation process documentation; provide microbial analysis if required; coordinate with Canadian dairy boards for quota allocation certificates