Mexican Yogurt Powder from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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