Evaporated Whole Milk in Bulk Cans from Japan
Evaporated whole milk is cow's milk concentrated by evaporation to about 60% of its original volume without added sugar, packaged in bulk cans for commercial use. Classified under HTS 0402.91.06.00 as unsweetened concentrated milk under GN15 provisions for qualifying imports. Ideal for institutional food service and manufacturing.
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 meets 'not containing added sugar' definition through lab analysis to prevent misclassification
• Apply for USDA dairy import licenses well in advance; subject to annual quota reallocations
• Maintain documentation proving concentration process and milkfat content (typically 7-8%) for Customs review