HS Code 0401
Fresh Milk and Cream
HS code 0401 covers fresh milk and cream that has not been concentrated and contains no added sugar or sweeteners, ranging from low-fat to high-fat varieties.
4-digit Section IReefer
HS Code 0401 — Fresh Milk and Cream
This code covers liquid milk and cream that has not been concentrated or sweetened. It includes fresh, pasteurised, or UHT treated milk of varying fat contents provided it remains in its natural liquid state without added sugar.
What's included
- Skimmed milk
- Full cream milk
- Pasteurised milk
- UHT milk
- Fresh liquid cream
What's excluded
- Condensed milk → use
0402(Condensed milk is concentrated.) - Yogurt → use
0403(Yogurt is fermented milk.)
Common examples
- Semi-skimmed cow milk
- Organic whole milk 1L carton
- Double cream (unsweetened)
- UHT long-life milk
Frequently asked questions
Is flavoured milk included here?
No, milk containing added sugar or flavouring is classified under 0402 or 2202 depending on the sugar content and processing.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: High, variable due to agricultural quotas
- Documentation: Health and sanitary certificates are mandatory. Subject to dairy quotas in EU and USA.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: Germany, France, New Zealand, Belgium
- Top importers: China, Italy, Netherlands
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Key takeaway
Standard fresh or UHT milk without additives; strictly controlled by sanitary regulations.
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