Australian Low-Fat Milk Powder GN15 Entry

Low-fat milk powder (fat 1.5-3%) from Australia, no added sweeteners, specifically packaged for U.S. import under General Note 15 dairy provisions. Commonly used in bakery and confectionery. Classified in 0402.21.02.00 for its milk powder form and fat specifications.

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.

0402.21.75Same rate: 17.5%

If for very limited small quota entries

Tiny annual quantities (99,500 kg) of similar products use 0402.21.75 per U.S. Note 3.

1901.90.34Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If processed into low-fat cheese substitute

Further processed dairy with <0.5% fat becomes cheese substitute in 1901.

3502.20.00Same rate: 17.5%

If whey protein concentrate >80%

High whey protein concentrates are albumins classified in Chapter 35 per Chapter Note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Apply for import license via USDA before shipment; label clearly as 'not containing added sugar'; monitor annual quota limits to avoid overage penalties

Related Products under HTS 0402.21.02.00

Whole Milk Powder for Australian Export Quota

This is whole milk powder with a fat content between 1.5% and 3% by weight, not containing added sugar, specifically eligible under General Note 15 provisions for Australian dairy imports. It is produced by spray-drying pasteurized whole milk to create a shelf-stable powder used in food manufacturing and baking. Classified under 0402.21.02.00 due to its fat content and compliance with U.S. quota entry requirements.

New Zealand Skim Milk Powder Quota Product

Skim milk powder from New Zealand with fat content precisely between 1.5% and 3%, unsweetened, entered under General Note 15 quota provisions. Used primarily in infant formula and nutritional products. Fits 0402.21.02.00 as low-fat milk powder meeting U.S. dairy import restrictions.

Quota-Eligible Instant Whole Milk Powder

Instantized whole milk powder with 2.8% fat content, no sugar added, compliant with General Note 15 for tariff-rate quota entry. The agglomeration process aids dispersion in liquids for beverages. Falls under 0402.21.02.00 as solid form milk powder within specified fat range.

Skimmed Milk Granules for GN15 Quota

Granular skimmed milk powder at 2.2% fat, unsweetened, designed for entry under General Note 15 provisions. Used in dry mixes and nutritional supplements. 0402.21.02.00 classification matches its powder/granule form and low fat content.

Low-Fat Dairy Powder for Bakery Quota

Milk powder with 2.5% fat for bakery applications, no sweeteners, entered pursuant to General Note 15. Spray-dried for optimal solubility in doughs. Precisely fits 0402.21.02.00 due to fat specs and solid form.

Unsweetened Wholemilk Solids GN15

Wholemilk solids powder (2.1% fat), no added sugar, for U.S. entry under General Note 15 dairy quotas. Ideal for chocolate and ice cream production. 0402.21.02.00 applies to this concentrated milk product in solid form.