Kefir Drink from Canada
Fermented milk beverage made with kefir grains containing live cultures, unflavored and unsweetened. Classified under HTS 0403.90.95.00 as kephir, a specific fermented milk product not fitting other subheadings.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
27%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain prior USDA import license due to dairy quota restrictions in Additional U.S
• Note 10
• Label must specify live active cultures and fermentation process for proper classification
• Test for alcohol content as trace amounts from fermentation could affect regulatory approval