Described in additional U.S. note 9 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Yogurt; buttermilk, curdled milk and cream, kephir and other fermented or acidified milk and cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavored or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa: > Other: > Sour cream containing not over 45 percent by weight of butterfat; buttermilk: > Dried: > Other: > Described in additional U.S. note 9 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0403.90.61.00
Dried Buttermilk Powder for Baking
Finely milled dried buttermilk powder with less than 45% butterfat, produced by spray-drying cultured low-fat buttermilk. It falls under HTS 0403.90.61.00 as dried sour buttermilk entered under U.S. Note 9 quota provisions for dairy products. Used primarily as an ingredient in pancake mixes and baked goods.
Cultured Dried Sour Cream Powder
Spray-dried sour cream powder from fermented cream with butterfat not over 45%, used in dips and sauces. Classified in HTS 0403.90.61.00 as dried sour cream under U.S. Note 9 provisions for limited dairy imports. Meets criteria for fermented/acidified milk products in concentrated form.
Low-Fat Dried Kefir Powder
Dehydrated kefir powder from fermented low-fat milk with butterfat under 45%, retaining probiotic cultures. It qualifies for HTS 0403.90.61.00 as other fermented dried milk product under U.S. Note 9 dairy quota. Commonly used in health supplements and smoothies.
Spray-Dried Acidified Buttermilk for Confectionery
Spray-dried powder from acidified low-fat buttermilk (≤45% butterfat) used in chocolate and candy production. Falls under HTS 0403.90.61.00 per U.S. Note 9 for quota-controlled dried fermented dairy. Provides tangy flavor without fresh liquid handling.
Dried Bulgarian Yogurt Powder
Powdered Bulgarian-style yogurt from strained fermented milk with butterfat ≤45%, dried for shelf stability. Classified under HTS 0403.90.61.00 as dried fermented milk product pursuant to U.S. Note 9 quota. Ideal for instant yogurt drinks and baking.
Fermented Skim Milk Powder for Ice Cream
Dried fermented skim milk powder with negligible butterfat, cultured for sour cream-like tang in ice cream bases. HTS 0403.90.61.00 applies as dried buttermilk/sour cream equivalent under U.S. Note 9. Enhances flavor without adding fat.
Dried Crème Fraîche Substitute Powder
Low-butterfat dried powder replicating crème fraîche through fermentation and spray-drying. Enters under HTS 0403.90.61.00 as dried sour cream/buttermilk per U.S. Note 9 provisions. Used in culinary sauces and dressings.
Probiotic Dried Buttermilk for Supplements
Dried buttermilk powder enriched with live probiotics, butterfat ≤45%, from fermented milk. HTS 0403.90.61.00 covers it as quota-entry dried fermented product under U.S. Note 9. Packaged for health food applications.