Canadian Buttermilk Powder

Dehydrated cultured buttermilk powder produced in Canada, classified under HTS 0403.90.45 as yogurt and buttermilk in powder, granules, or other dry forms. This product qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.06.04 for Canadian-origin goods within specified dairy TRQ limits per note 6(b)(2). Used primarily in baking and food manufacturing.

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.

0402.10.50.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If classified as dry milk products

Powdered milk products fall under milk/cream powders rather than fermented dairy powders

2106.90.36.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If contains additives or flavorings

Food preparations containing buttermilk powder exceed pure dairy classification

9823.01.02Same rate: 10%

If exceeds current TRQ limit for 0403.90.45

Overflow Canadian dairy enters under alternative USMCA dairy provisions

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm Canadian origin certification and TRQ allocation availability before shipment,Provide dairy import license and USMCA certificate of origin,Monitor remaining TRQ quantities through USDA Foreign Agricultural Service reports