What is HS-4 0401 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
0401 — Milk and cream; not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
Chapter 04: Dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 0401 when importing milk and cream that are not concentrated and do not contain added sugars. For example, if you're shipping a container of low-fat milk with a fat content of 0.5%, this code is appropriate.
To choose the correct HS-6 line, consider the fat content of your product. If your shipment includes milk with a fat content of 0.5%, select HS-6 040110. For milk with a fat content between 1% and 6%, use HS-6 040120.
If your product has a fat content exceeding 6% but not exceeding 10%, then HS-6 040140 is the right choice. For cream or milk with a fat content above 10%, you should classify it under HS-6 040150.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 0401 · milk and cream import · fat content classification · non-concentrated milk · dairy product codes · milk without added sugar · cream HS code · import dairy products · milk fat percentage · dairy trade regulations · HS-6 subheadings · milk shipping classification · non-sweetened dairy · importer guide for milk · dairy customs codes
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Low-fat milk (0.5% fat) - HS-6 040110
- Reduced-fat milk (4% fat) - HS-6 040120
- Whole milk (8% fat) - HS-6 040140
- Heavy cream (36% fat) - HS-6 040150
- Skim milk (0% fat) - HS-6 040110
- 2% milk - HS-6 040120
- Milk with 10% fat - HS-6 040150
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify milk for import?
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What are the fat content categories for milk?
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Can I import cream under HS-4 0401?
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What is the difference between HS-6 040110 and HS-6 040120?
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How do I determine the correct HS code for my dairy shipment?
Match the product to the legal wording, then verify the final pick in your country tariff schedule before filing.
Related topics
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how to classify milk and cream for import
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HS-4 0401 dairy product classification guide
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importing milk without added sugar
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fat content classification for dairy products
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choosing the right HS-6 code for milk
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understanding dairy product HS codes
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import regulations for non-concentrated milk
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dairy product fat content categories explained
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of milk fall under HS-4 0401?
- HS-4 0401 covers all types of milk and cream that are not concentrated and do not contain added sugars, categorized by their fat content.
- How do I know which HS-6 code to use?
- Select the HS-6 code based on the fat content of your product: 0-1% fat for HS-6 040110, 1-6% for HS-6 040120, 6-10% for HS-6 040140, and over 10% for HS-6 040150.
- Can I import flavored milk under HS-4 0401?
- No, flavored milk typically contains added sugars and should be classified under a different HS code.
- What if my milk has a fat content of exactly 1%?
- If your milk has a fat content of exactly 1%, it should be classified under HS-6 040120, as it exceeds 1% but does not exceed 6%.
- Are there any specific import regulations for dairy products?
- Yes, dairy products are subject to specific import regulations, including health and safety standards, which vary by country.
- What documentation do I need for importing milk?
- You will typically need a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and any required health certificates to import milk.
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HS-6 subheadings (4)
- 040110Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, not exceeding 1%
- 040120Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 1% but not exceeding 6%
- 040140Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 6% but not exceeding 10%
- 040150Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 10%