Raw Milk 3.8% Fat (For Processing)

Unpasteurized raw cow's milk at 3.8% fat content imported for cheese/yogurt production, not for direct consumption. HTS 0401.20.40.00 applies to 'other' milk 1-6% fat. Bulk tanker shipments to processors.

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.

0401.20Same rate: 17.5%

If raw milk from quota countries

Designated country raw milk has specific subheading.

0404.90.30Higher: 32% vs 17.5%

If whey protein concentrate

Raw whey derivatives classified separately.

0511.99Lower: 11.1% vs 17.5%

If unfit for human consumption

Raw milk not meeting food safety goes to animal feed.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Raw milk prohibited for human consumption; must declare processing end-use

Enhanced pathogen testing (Brucella, TB, Listeria) required for raw imports

End-use certificates needed to avoid consumer product detention

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