Probiotic Whole Milk Yogurt from Mexico
Whole milk yogurt fortified with Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus acidophilus probiotics, maintaining 3-6% milkfat per HTS 0406.30.87. Canadian production qualifies under USMCA 9823.04.36 via general note 11 and subchapter note 4(b)(2). Probiotic strains survive yogurt production process.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document probiotic strain viability post-fermentation for classification
• Canadian Health Canada approval may support US FDA entry
• Maintain temperature logs preserving live culture counts