Evaporated Whole Milk in Steel Cans
Evaporated whole milk is concentrated milk with water removed by evaporation, sterilized, and sealed in airtight steel cans. Classified under HTS 0402.91.03.00 for unsweetened condensed milk in airtight containers per general note 15. Primarily used for cooking and as coffee creamer.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If exported from Canada in specified quota
Country-specific quota subheadings apply different access quantities under U.S. note 10.
If dried rather than condensed
Dried milk/cream products classified in heading 0403 regardless of sugar content.
If infant formula grade
Concentrated milk preparations for infant use shift to prepared food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm product entered pursuant to general note 15; requires specific USDA licensing for quota quantities
• Provide documentation certifying no added sugar and milkfat content between 6-8% for evaporated milk
• Avoid common pitfall of misclassifying as dairy spreads (0405) if fat content exceeds specified limits
Related Products under HTS 0402.91.03.00
Sweetened Condensed Milk in Cans
Sweetened condensed milk is milk concentrated by evaporation with sugar added, packaged in airtight tin cans for long-term storage. It falls under HTS 0402.91.03.00 as condensed milk in airtight containers entered under general note 15 provisions, without additional sugar beyond the condensing process. This product is commonly used in baking and beverages.
Sterilized Condensed Cream in Aluminum Tins
Condensed cream with high milkfat content (10-18%), sterilized and hermetically sealed in aluminum tins for retail. Meets HTS 0402.91.03.00 criteria as unsweetened concentrated dairy in airtight containers under quota provisions. Ideal for culinary applications requiring rich dairy base.
Unsweetened Carnation Evaporated Milk Cans
Classic Carnation brand evaporated milk, unsweetened, concentrated to double strength in 12 oz airtight cans. Specifically provided for under HTS 0402.91.03.00 as condensed milk product entered pursuant to general note 15 quota provisions. Staple for American baking and cooking.
Aseptic Condensed Skim Milk Pouches
Low-fat condensed skim milk packaged in airtight flexible pouches using aseptic processing for extended shelf life. Classifies under HTS 0402.91.03.00 for unsweetened condensed milk products in airtight containers per quota entry requirements. Used in low-calorie recipes and coffee service.
Dutch Condensed Milk in Tinplate Cans
Traditional Dutch-style unsweetened condensed full cream milk sealed in tinplate cans for export markets. Falls under HTS 0402.91.03.00 as provided in general note 15 for Netherlands quota allocation of 153,314 kg. Popular for stroopwafel production and baking.
Australian Carnation-Style Evaporated Milk
Australian-produced evaporated milk matching U.S. Carnation specifications, packed in airtight cans for quota entry. Specifically classifiable under HTS 0402.91.03.00 with Australia's 91,625 kg airtight container allocation. Double-concentrated for shelf-stable storage.