Canadian Skim Milk Powder for Ice Cream Production

Skim milk powder imported from Canada under USMCA provisions (HTS 9823.02.03), classifiable in subheading 0402.10.50 as milk and cream in powder, not containing added sugar, with at least 95% lactose content. This product meets the quantitative limits specified in U.S. note 2(b)(2) for Canadian-origin skim milk powder eligible for special tariff treatment. Used primarily in commercial ice cream manufacturing for its high protein content and solubility.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0402.10.50.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If entered outside USMCA quantitative limits

Standard MFN rate applies when Canadian skim milk powder exceeds the annual quota specified in U.S. note 2(b)(2)

0402.21.25.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If containing added sugar or dairy preparations

Products with sugar additions or processed into mixtures fall under 0402.21.25 instead of pure skim milk powder

9823.02.01Same rate: 10%

If Mexican origin goods

Same skim milk powder from Mexico would use 9823.02.01 per U.S. note 2(a), not Canadian quota subheading

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Canadian origin documentation and quantitative limit availability with CBP before entry

Ensure product meets 0402.10.50 lactose requirements (≥95%)

Maintain records proving compliance with USMCA general note 11 rules

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