Canadian Lactose-Free Baby Formula from Japan
Lactose-free infant formula powder for lactose-intolerant babies, Canadian-made qualifying under HTS 9823.08.27 (1901.10.36) USMCA provisions. Uses corn syrup solids with milk protein isolate maintaining ≥10% milk solids equivalent. Special tariff benefits via subchapter XXIII note 8(b)(2).
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
• Clinical data supporting lactose-free claims required for FDA infant formula approval
• USMCA documentation must specify Canadian processing of milk protein component
• Labeling must clearly distinguish from standard milk-based formulas for proper classification