Mexican Yogurt Powder

Dehydrated yogurt powder produced in Mexico from fermented milk, classified under HTS 0403.90.78 as yogurt of a milk content by weight exceeding 3% but not exceeding 6%. This product qualifies for USMCA preferential tariff treatment under 9823.03.06 as a good of Mexico meeting general note 11 requirements. It is commonly used in baking, beverages, and as a dairy ingredient in food manufacturing.

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.

2106.90.26Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If blended with sweeteners or flavorings exceeding yogurt purity standards

Products with added ingredients beyond basic yogurt composition fall under food preparations in Chapter 21

0403.90.65Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If milk solids content exceeds 6% by weight

Higher milk content yogurts are classified separately under the 0403.90.65 subheading

9802.00.80Same rate: 10%

If US-origin goods returned after Mexican processing

USMCA note 3(a) allows US goods processed in Mexico to return under special provisions

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Mexican origin documentation and USMCA certificate of origin to qualify for 9823.03.06 treatment

Ensure product meets 0403.90.78 milk solids content (3-6% by weight) through laboratory analysis

Maintain records proving compliance with USMCA rules of origin for fermented milk yogurt products