Low-Fat Instant Skim Milk Powder from China
Agglomerated instant nonfat dry milk for beverage reconstitution, maximum 1.5% fat content. Enters under HTS 0402.10.10.00 as described in additional U.S. note 7 with strict volume quotas. Instantizing process doesn't affect dairy classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Label must specify 'instantized' vs 'regular' spray-dried; affects solubility testing
• Scrutinized for moisture content; excessive moisture can trigger mold growth claims at entry
• Combine with other quota products strategically to maximize annual allocation usage