Evaporated Whole Milk in Steel Cans from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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