HS Code 0403
Yogurt and Fermented Milk Products
HS code 0403 covers fermented or acidified dairy products including yogurt and buttermilk, whether concentrated, sweetened, or containing fruit and nuts.
4-digit Section IReefer
HS Code 0403 — Yogurt and Fermented Milk Products
This category covers fermented or acidified dairy products. It includes yogurt, buttermilk, and kefir, whether they are plain, flavoured, or contain added ingredients like fruit, nuts, or cocoa.
What's included
- Yogurt (plain or flavoured)
- Kefir
- Buttermilk
- Curdled milk
- Yogurt with fruit or cereals
What's excluded
- Frozen yogurt → use
2105(Classified as edible ice/ice cream.) - Dairy-free yogurt (e.g., coconut) → use
2106(These are food preparations, not dairy.)
Common examples
- Greek yogurt 500g
- Drinking yogurt with strawberry
- Bottled kefir
- Fermented buttermilk
Frequently asked questions
Does this code include vegan yogurt?
No, this heading only applies to products derived from animal milk. Plant-based yogurts are typically in Chapter 21.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 8% - 20%
- Documentation: Phytosanitary/Vet certificates required due to live cultures.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: Germany, Greece, France, Austria
- Top importers: United Kingdom, Italy, Netherlands
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Key takeaway
Covers cultured/fermented dairy; differentiate clearly between dairy and plant-based alternatives.
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