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Lactose-Free Skim Milk

Lactose-free skim milk (fat ≤1%) achieved via lactase enzyme, still classified as milk. HTS 0401.10.00.00 as processing doesn't remove enough to qualify as modified whey. For lactose-intolerant consumers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0404.10.11Higher: 48% vs 17.5%

If significant lactose removed

Partial lactose removal may qualify as modified whey under 0404.10 note.

2106.90.06Same rate: 17.5%

If with stabilizers/additives

Enzyme plus other preparations classify as 2106 dairy mixes.

0402.99.90Higher: 32.4% vs 17.5%

If concentrated lactose-free

Concentration changes to heading 0402 even for lactose-free variants.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include enzyme treatment disclosure; FDA prior notice required; test lactose levels <0.1% for claims

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.

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.

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.