Canadian Skim Milk Dog Biscuits

Crunchy dog biscuits formulated with Canadian-origin skim milk powder as a key ingredient, classified under HTS 2309.90.28 as dog or cat food put up for retail sale. These enter under 9823.05.05 as goods of Canada per USMCA note 5(b)(2), qualifying for special tariff treatment when within quantitative limits for skim milk powder-based products. The skim milk powder content triggers specific USMCA provisions for dairy-derived pet foods.

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.

2309.10.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If containing meat meal as primary ingredient

Meat-based dog/cat food falls under 2309.10; skim milk as secondary ingredient changes principal classification

0402.21.50.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If imported as bulk skim milk powder only

Pure skim milk powder without pet food formulation classified directly under dairy heading 0402.21.50

9823.02.01Same rate: 10%

If for Mexican-origin equivalent products

USMCA skim milk provisions separate by country; Mexican goods use 9823.02.01 instead of Canadian subheading

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Canadian origin certification and skim milk powder content meets USMCA note 5(b)(2) quantitative limits via CFIA documentation

Ensure retail packaging under 2309.90.28; bulk shipments reclassify to general Chapter 23 provisions

Monitor annual USMCA dairy TRQ allocations as quotas fill quickly for Canadian skim milk products