Cultured Buttermilk
Liquid fermented milk produced by adding lactic acid bacteria to skim or low-fat milk, creating a thick, tangy drink distinct from churned buttermilk. HTS 0403.90.85.00 covers it as fermented milk other than dried, matching buttermilk description in the heading without added sugars. Used in baking and direct consumption.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If curdled milk or kephir variants
Specific curdled milk types have dedicated subheadings within fermented milks
If condensed prior to fermentation
Condensed milk fermented post-evaporation classifies under 0402 sweetened/unsweetened
If for industrial baking use with additives
Fermented milk preparations for non-retail use may go to food prep in Chapter 21
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'cultured' vs. 'churned' in invoices to prevent reclassification; adhere to fat content labeling per FDA
• Secure quota licenses for non-exempt countries
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Plain Greek Yogurt
Thick, strained plain yogurt made from fermented cow's milk, achieving high protein content through whey removal during production. Classified under HTS 0403.90.85.00 as fermented milk that is neither dried nor dried milk with added lactic ferments, fitting the 'other fermented milk' category. It meets yogurt production standards without concentration beyond fermentation or added sugars.
Bulgarian Yogurt
Traditional fermented milk yogurt using Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus cultures, known for its tangy flavor and live active cultures. Falls under HTS 0403.90.85.00 as other fermented milk, excluding dried forms or those with added lactic ferments beyond standard yogurt production. Primarily cow's milk based without concentration.
Kefir Drink
Fermented milk beverage made with kefir grains containing symbiotic bacteria and yeasts, resulting in a slightly effervescent, probiotic-rich drink. Classified in HTS 0403.90.85.00 as kephir, a specified fermented or acidified milk not in dried form or with added ferments beyond natural process. Typically low-fat and unflavored in base form.
Filmjölk Fermented Milk
Traditional Scandinavian fermented milk with mild flavor from specific lactic cultures, similar to yogurt but thinner consistency. Fits HTS 0403.90.85.00 as other fermented or acidified milk, not dried and without added ferments beyond natural process. Often sold plain for retail.
Lassi Plain Fermented Milk
South Asian fermented milk drink made from yogurt cultures, served plain without dilution or sweeteners. Classified under HTS 0403.90.85.00 as fermented milk, aligning with curdled milk category but not dried or further processed with added ferments. Full-fat or low-fat variants available.
Viili Fermented Milk
Finnish mesophilic fermented milk with a viscous texture from unique bacterial cultures, consumed fresh. HTS 0403.90.85.00 applies as other fermented milk, excluding dried forms or those with added lactic ferments post-production. Naturally acidified without concentration.