Lactose-Free Milk 2% Fat from Mexico
Lactose-reduced milk maintaining 2% fat content through filtration, not chemically modified. Borderline HTS 0401.20.40.00 if retains natural whey constituents without full lactose removal meeting modified whey definition. Quart cartons for lactose-intolerant consumers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Lactose filtration method affects classification; >95% lactose removal may go to 1702
• Provide processing validation showing retention of natural milk constituents
• Health claims require FDA pre-approval and substantiation data