Canadian Dry Buttermilk 85% Solids
High-solids (85%) dry buttermilk powder produced in Canada from cultured skim milk, specifically classified under 0403.90.45. Qualifies for preferential USMCA tariff treatment via 9823.06.04 within annual Canadian dairy TRQ limits. Standard baking industry ingredient.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If whey powder rather than buttermilk
Whey powders have separate subheading from cultured buttermilk
If contains significant lactose content
High-lactose dairy products may classify as sugar preparations
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure TRQ license well in advance of peak baking season,Specify exact solids content on commercial documents,Avoid reclassification by maintaining pure buttermilk specs
Related Products under HTS 9823.06.04
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.
Canadian Skyr Yogurt Powder
Powdered Icelandic-style skyr yogurt manufactured in Canada from concentrated fermented milk, classified as dry yogurt under 0403.90.45. Qualifies for duty-free USMCA treatment under 9823.06.04 within Canadian dairy TRQ allocations. Used in protein supplements and baking mixes.
Canadian Cultured Dairy Powder
Spray-dried cultured dairy powder from Canadian production meeting 0403.90.45 specifications for dry buttermilk/yogurt. Enters under USMCA 9823.06.04 for TRQ-qualified Canadian dairy goods. Essential ingredient for commercial baking and dry mixes.
Canadian Yogurt Starter Culture Powder
Dehydrated yogurt starter culture powder classified under 0403.90.45 as dry yogurt forms, produced in Canadian dairy facilities. Enters duty-free under USMCA 9823.06.04 TRQ provisions for Canadian dairy. Used by commercial yogurt producers.