Long-Life Evaporated Milk in Lacquered Tins from Germany
UHT-processed evaporated milk in lacquer-lined tin cans providing 2+ year shelf life without refrigeration. Classifies under HTS 0402.91.10.00 as quota-eligible unsweetened condensed milk in airtight containers. Lacquer coating prevents metal flavor migration.
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
• UHT processing records essential for shelf-life claims and FDA registration
• Lacquer lining composition must be disclosed; affects food contact compliance
• Shelf-life testing (>18 months) supports classification as condensed not fresh