Acidophilus Milk

Milk fermented with Lactobacillus acidophilus for probiotic benefits, milder than yogurt. Falls under HTS 0403.90.85.00 as acidified fermented milk, not dried or with extraneous added ferments. Sold refrigerated for direct consumption.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China17%+17.5%34.5%
🇲🇽Mexico17%+10.0%27%
🇨🇦Canada17%+10.0%27%
🇩🇪Germany17%+10.0%27%
🇯🇵Japan17%+10.0%27%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0403.90Same rate: 34.5%

If dried acidophilus milk

Dried variants classify separately in fermented whey/dried milk subheadings

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