Fat-Free Milk
Pasteurized fat-free milk containing 0.5% or less fat by weight, fresh and unconcentrated. Classified under HTS 0401.10.00.00 for its low fat profile matching the subheading exactly. Ideal for low-calorie diets and lactose-intolerant formulations.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fat content 1-6%
Milk exceeding 1% fat moves to 0401.20, changing the tariff rate based on higher fat bracket.
If whey-based
Whey products with ≤1% fat classify under 0404, distinct from true milk under Chapter 4 notes.
If in returnable containers >2L
Large container milk for beverage use may fall under beverages heading 2202 per certain provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide certificate of analysis proving fat ≤1%; check country-specific quotas as Mexico products are excluded; label clearly as 'skim' or 'fat-free' for FDA compliance
Related Products under HTS 0401.10.00.00
Skim Milk
Fresh liquid skim milk with a maximum fat content of 1% by weight, not concentrated and without added sugar. It falls under HTS 0401.10.00.00 as it meets the precise definition of milk and cream in this category per Chapter 4 notes. Commonly used for drinking or further dairy processing.
Nonfat Fluid Milk
Liquid nonfat milk standardized to 0.3-0.5% fat, not concentrated nor sweetened. HTS 0401.10.00.00 applies directly as it is fresh milk meeting the low-fat criterion in the tariff schedule. Used in school milk programs and baking.
Skimmed Pasteurized Milk
Pasteurized skimmed cow's milk with fat content not exceeding 0.1%, fresh from dairy farms. Fits HTS 0401.10.00.00 as unconcentrated milk per the exact subheading parameters. Exported in bulk for processing into yogurt or cheese.
Ultra-Filtered Skim Milk
Ultra-filtered skim milk retaining natural whey constituents, fat ≤1%, unconcentrated. Classified in HTS 0401.10.00.00 as it remains milk, not modified whey per subheading notes. Used in protein-enriched beverages.
Low-Fat Organic Milk
Certified organic low-fat milk with 0.9% fat maximum, fresh and not concentrated. HTS 0401.10.00.00 applies as standard low-fat milk classification unaffected by organic status. Popular in health food markets.
A2 Skim Milk
A2 beta-casein skim milk with ≤1% fat, genetically selected cows, unconcentrated. Falls under HTS 0401.10.00.00 as composition doesn't alter basic milk classification. Marketed for digestive sensitivity.