Canadian Buttermilk Powder Blend from Mexico
Dehydrated powder produced from Canadian cultured buttermilk through spray-drying process, classified in 0402.99.90 as other milk/cream powders. Qualifies under USMCA 9823.07.07 for Canadian-origin dairy meeting note 7(b)(2) requirements. Used primarily in baking mixes and dry food formulations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include spray-drying process certification and fat content analysis to confirm 0402.99.90 classification
• Maintain records proving Canadian milk origin and compliance with USMCA rules of origin for dairy TRQs
• Avoid common pitfall of misclassification as 0403 if any sweeteners present; test for <4.5% sugar content