Canadian Strained Yogurt for Processing
Strained yogurt (4.8% milkfat equivalent) in 1000L totes for manufacturing use, classified under 0403.90.55. USMCA treatment under 9823.06.05 recognizes this as qualifying Canadian yogurt product per note 6(b)(2).
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If considered fermented milk preparation
Strained products sometimes challenge yogurt vs fermented milk line
If beverage-style yogurt drink
Drinkable yogurt products classify as milk beverages in Chapter 22
If US goods returned after Canadian processing
US-origin milk processed in Canada may qualify for assembly drawback
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include end-use statement for manufacturing to support bulk classification,Test and certify exact milkfat content meets 3-6% 0403.90.55 range,Coordinate with Canadian exporter for proper USMCA dairy quota tracking
Related Products under HTS 9823.06.05
Canadian Cheddar Yogurt
Plain yogurt made from Canadian milk containing over 3% but not over 6% milkfat, classified under subheading 0403.90.55 as yogurt not in immediate containers for retail sale. This product qualifies for special USMCA treatment under HTS 9823.06.05 as goods of Canada per note 6(b)(2), allowing preferential duty rates for qualifying dairy imports from Canada.
Canadian Plain Greek Yogurt Bulk
Strained Greek-style yogurt in bulk packaging from Canadian dairy cooperatives, 4.5% milkfat, specifically provided for in 0403.90.55. Enters under USMCA provisions 9823.06.05 for Canadian goods per subchapter note 6(b)(2), recognizing strained yogurt as qualifying dairy product.
Canadian Institutional Yogurt 5% Fat
5% milkfat plain yogurt packed for institutional use (restaurants, schools) in 20kg pails, classified 0403.90.55. Qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.06.05 as Canadian-origin yogurt per note 6(b)(2) dairy provisions.
Canadian Whole Milk Yogurt Bulk Pack
Whole milk yogurt (5.2% milkfat) in industrial bulk packaging for further processing, provided for in subheading 0403.90.55. Enters US under USMCA 9823.06.05 as qualifying Canadian dairy product per subchapter note 6(b)(2).
Canadian Dairy Plant Yogurt Base
Unflavored yogurt base (3.5% milkfat) for dairy plant use, packed in 500kg supersacks under 0403.90.55. Qualifies for 9823.06.05 USMCA treatment as Canadian-origin yogurt per subchapter note 6(b)(2).