Canadian Yogurt Starter Culture Powder from Japan
Dehydrated yogurt starter culture powder classified under 0403.90.45 as dry yogurt forms, produced in Canadian dairy facilities. Enters duty-free under USMCA 9823.06.04 TRQ provisions for Canadian dairy. Used by commercial yogurt producers.
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
• Include microbial analysis confirming live yogurt cultures,Verify TRQ allocation before production planning,Use refrigerated container if required by manufacturer specs