UHT Ultra-Pasteurized Milk 3.5% Fat from China
Long-shelf-life UHT milk with 3.5% fat content, suitable for room temperature storage until opened, no concentration. Classifies under HTS 0401.20.40.00 for milk 1-6% fat 'other' category. Common import in aseptic tetra pak cartons from Europe.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Shelf-life testing required for UHT claims; ensure 90+ days ambient stability
• Aseptic packaging must meet FDA standards with proper validation records
• TRQ status varies by country of origin; confirm via USDA Foreign Agricultural Service