Canadian Dried Kefir Powder

Dehydrated Canadian kefir (fermented milk beverage) powder standardized to ≤3% milk solids for HTS 0403.20.50 classification. USMCA-eligible under 9823.06.03 per note 6(b)(2) for duty-free quota entry. Popular in health food formulations.

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.

0403.90.55.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If milk content exceeds 3% or classified differently

Higher milk content fermented milks in separate 0403.90 subheadings

2202.99.28.00Higher: 32.4% vs 10%

If imported as liquid fermented milk beverage

Liquid dairy beverages classified in chapter 22, not dry powders

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm fermentation process documentation; provide microbial analysis if required; coordinate with Canadian dairy boards for quota allocation certificates