Sweetened Condensed Whole Milk Carnation Brand from China
Carnation sweetened condensed whole milk is a thick, shelf-stable dairy product made by evaporating cow's milk and adding sugar for preservation. It falls under HTS 0402.91.06.00 as 'other' unsweetened concentrated milk entered under general note 15 provisions, typically for NAFTA-origin goods meeting specific trade agreement criteria. Used primarily in baking, beverages, and desserts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify eligibility under General Note 15 for duty-free treatment; requires origin certification from NAFTA/USMCA countries
• Obtain necessary USDA import licenses due to dairy quotas; check annual aggregate limits carefully
• Ensure proper labeling of milkfat content and concentration levels to avoid reclassification as cheese or spreads