Cultured Buttermilk from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
27%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Specify 'cultured' vs. 'churned' in invoices to prevent reclassification; adhere to fat content labeling per FDA
• Secure quota licenses for non-exempt countries