Bulk Sweetened Condensed Milk for Confectionery from China
Industrial-grade sweetened condensed milk shipped in 300kg drums for chocolate and candy production, entered under HTS 0402.99.30.00 quota provisions. Derived from cow's milk with standardized 8% milkfat and sugar content to prevent spoilage. Qualifies as 'other' condensed milk per chapter definitions.
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
• Declare intended industrial end-use to qualify for appropriate quota; ensure drum packaging meets food-grade standards; test for microbial contamination common in bulk shipments