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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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