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Lactose-Free Milk 7.8% Fat

Milk treated with lactase enzyme to remove lactose, standardized to 7.8% fat, pasteurized without concentration. This product falls under tariff item 0401.40.20 as it is milk with a fat content exceeding 6% but not exceeding 10% by weight, entered over the access commitment, provided no natural constituents are replaced.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China292.5%—292.5%
🇲🇽Mexico292.5%—292.5%
🇺🇸United States292.5%—292.5%
🇩🇪Germany292.5%—292.5%
🇯🇵Japan292.5%—292.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0401.40.10Lower: 7.5% vs 292.5%

If the milk is imported within the access commitment

Milk with the same fat content but within the quota is classified under the within-access sibling item.

1901.90.11Lower: Free vs 292.5%

If the lactase treatment replaces natural milk constituents

Products obtained from milk by replacing natural constituents are classified in heading 19.01.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the milk is not concentrated or sweetened and has a fat content within 6-10%

• Confirm that no natural constituents have been replaced, as this could affect classification

• Secure an import permit for over-access commitment dairy products