Organic 2% Reduced Fat Milk
Certified organic cow's milk reduced to 2% milkfat, pasteurized and homogenized without concentration or sweeteners. Classified under HTS 0401.20.40.00 due to its fat content between 1% and 6%, in the 'other' category for non-quota country origins. Popular for health-conscious consumers in half-gallon cartons.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fat content not exceeding 1%
Lower fat milk (≤1%) uses subheading 0401.10 instead of 0401.20.
If fat content exceeding 6%
Higher fat content shifts to subheading 0401.30.40.00 for 'other' origins.
If treated as non-dairy beverage
Certain modified milks may be classified under beverages if not meeting pure milk definitions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide organic certification from accredited body and USDA import permit for dairy products
• Label fat content accurately; discrepancies can lead to reclassification and penalties
• Check for tariff-rate quotas (TRQs); over-quota imports face higher duties
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