Evaporated Milk in Steel Cans
Evaporated milk is heat-processed concentrated milk without added sugar, sealed in airtight steel cans to prevent spoilage. It is classified under tariff item 0402.91.10 as unsweetened concentrated milk in airtight containers for retail.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If importing outside the tariff-rate quota
The over access commitment rate applies to imports without a valid quota allocation.
If the milk is in powder or granule form
Milk powder is classified separately under heading 04.02.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• As a within access commitment item, you need a dairy quota allocation or permit to benefit from the lower duty rate; otherwise the over access commitment rate applies
• Verify that the steel cans meet Canadian food packaging standards
• Include the weight of the cans in your customs declaration as required by supplementary note 1
Related Products under Tariff item 0402.91.10
Aseptic Condensed Skim Milk Pouches
Aseptic condensed skim milk packaged in airtight flexible pouches, produced by removing water from skim milk without added sugar. The aseptic processing ensures extended shelf life, and the product retains the essential character of concentrated milk under heading 04.02.
Aseptic UHT Concentrated Milk Boxes
Aseptic UHT concentrated milk in laminated airtight boxes extends shelf life without preservatives. This unsweetened concentrated milk in airtight containers is classified under tariff item 0402.91.10 as within access commitment for Canadian imports.
Australian Carnation-Style Evaporated Milk
Australian evaporated milk matching Carnation specifications, packed in airtight cans. This unsweetened concentrated milk is produced by evaporating about 60% of the water from fresh milk, then sterilizing and sealing it in cans for shelf stability.
Australian Condensed Filled Milk
Condensed milk from Australia, evaporated and preserved with sugar, packaged for retail. Although the description mentions sweetened condensed milk, tariff item 0402.91.10 covers unsweetened concentrated milk; this product would fall under a different subheading if it contains added sugar.
Australian Condensed Milk in Airtight Cans
Condensed milk produced in Australia, packaged in airtight cans, unsweetened evaporated milk. This product is concentrated by evaporation and sealed in airtight containers, falling under heading 04.02.
Bakery Condensed Milk 10kg Pails
Bakery condensed milk in 10kg plastic pails is sterilized, unsweetened condensed whole milk with minimum 8% fat, intended for professional bakery use. It is classified under tariff item 0402.91.10 as unsweetened concentrated milk in non-airtight bulk packaging.