Buffalo Milk 4.8% Fat Pasteurized from Mexico
Pasteurized water buffalo milk with a natural fat content of 4.8% is a specialty dairy product used for direct consumption or further processing into cheeses. It is not concentrated and contains no added sugar or sweetening matter, meeting the terms of heading 04.01. With a fat content between 1% and 6%, it is classified under tariff item 0401.20.10, a within access commitment item.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
Import Tips
• This product falls under the within access commitment tariff item for milk, meaning a quota allocation or permit is required to access the lower duty rate
• Without it, the over access commitment rate (0401.20.20) applies
• Verify the fat content is within 1-6% and ensure the milk is not concentrated or sweetened
• For buffalo milk, be prepared to provide documentation of the animal species and fat content to the CBSA