Canadian Dried Kefir Powder from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Confirm fermentation process documentation; provide microbial analysis if required; coordinate with Canadian dairy boards for quota allocation certificates