Zero-Calorie Vanilla Cream Pie Filling Mix from Japan
Powdered mix using aspartame and modified starch for no-calorie pie filling. Falls under 2101.20.48 as a sugar-free dessert preparation qualifying for USMCA treatment via 9823.10.36.
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 lab analysis confirming <0.5g sugar per serving for 2101.20.48 eligibility
• USMCA origin rules require substantial transformation in qualifying territory
• Check for artificial sweetener restrictions in target markets