Evaporated Whole Milk in Steel Cans from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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