Unsweetened Condensed Skim Milk in Hermetic Seals from Germany
Low-fat condensed skim milk with water evaporated and hermetically sealed in metal cans, qualifying for HTS 0402.91.10.00 quota entry. Product contains minimal milkfat but meets concentration standards of chapter 4. Airtight metal packaging preserves without refrigeration.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Skim milk fat content (<0.5%) must be lab-verified; affects nutritional labeling
• Hermetic seal certification from manufacturer prevents entry delays
• Lower fat content may qualify for different cheese quotas if further processed