HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 0402.29 – Dairy produce; milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)

HS code 0402.29 is the 6-digit subheading for dairy produce, milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight). It is used for sweetened whole milk powder, sweetened full cream milk powder, sweetened dairy creamer, instant sweetened milk powder and sweetened milk powder for beverages.

What HS 0402.29 covers

This category encompasses sweetened milk and cream powders with a fat content exceeding 1.5%, representing a vital component in the global food industry, particularly for consumer-ready products. These powdered forms are highly valued for their extended shelf life, ease of transport, and convenience, making them ideal for use in beverages, desserts, confectionery, and as direct consumer products in regions where fresh milk supply might be inconsistent or expensive. Key exporters often include countries with advanced dairy processing capabilities and access to sugar, such as the EU, USA, and Australia. Importing nations frequently include those with large populations and a demand for affordable, shelf-stable dairy products, particularly in Asia and Africa, where these powders are reconstituted or used in local food manufacturing. Trade in these products is influenced by sugar prices, dairy commodity markets, and consumer preferences for sweetened dairy items.

Covers
  • Sweetened whole milk powder
  • Sweetened full cream milk powder
  • Sweetened dairy creamer
  • Instant sweetened milk powder
  • Sweetened milk powder for beverages
  • Sweetened condensed milk powder
  • Flavored milk powder (sweetened, high fat)
Examples
  • Nestlé Nido (sweetened variants)
  • Peak Sweetened Full Cream Milk Powder
  • Carnation Sweetened Milk Powder
  • Anchor Sweetened Milk Powder
  • Cowhead Sweetened Milk Powder

Codes often confused with 0402.29

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 040221 (unsweetened milk powder with fat content > 1.5%) due to the presence of added sugar, or with 040210 (skimmed milk powder) if the fat content is misjudged.

0402.21Dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)0402.10Dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content not exceeding 1.5% (by weight)

Top exporters and importers of HS code 040229, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 040229 in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Australia $82M
  2. 2 Saudi Arabia $52M
  3. 3 France $49M

World total: $362M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Saudi Arabia $83M
  2. 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$45M
  3. 3 Germany $40M

World total: $491M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM codes for 0402.29 3

Brazil splits HS 0402.29 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 0402.29.10 Sweetened whole milk powderLeite integral
  2. 0402.29.20 Sweetened partly skimmed milk powderLeite parcialmente desnatado
  3. 0402.29.30 Sweetened cream powderCreme de leite (nata)

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 04.02 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 0402.29

What is HS code 040229?

HS code 040229 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Dairy produce; milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight). This category encompasses sweetened milk and cream powders with a fat content exceeding 1.5%, representing a vital component in the global food industry, particularly for consumer-ready products. These powdered forms are highly valued for their extended shelf life, ease of transport, and convenience, making them ideal for use in beverages, desserts, confectionery, and as direct consumer products in regions where fresh milk supply might be inconsistent or expensive. Key exporters often include countries with advanced dairy processing capabilities and access to sugar, such as the EU, USA, and Australia. Importing nations frequently include those with large populations and a demand for affordable, shelf-stable dairy products, particularly in Asia and Africa, where these powders are reconstituted or used in local food manufacturing. Trade in these products is influenced by sugar prices, dairy commodity markets, and consumer preferences for sweetened dairy items.

What products fall under HS code 040229?

Sweetened whole milk powder, Sweetened full cream milk powder, Sweetened dairy creamer, Instant sweetened milk powder, Sweetened milk powder for beverages, Sweetened condensed milk powder, Flavored milk powder (sweetened, high fat)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 040229?

This code is often confused with 040221 (unsweetened milk powder with fat content > 1.5%) due to the presence of added sugar, or with 040210 (skimmed milk powder) if the fat content is misjudged.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 040229?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 040229 in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($82M, 23% of world exports), Saudi Arabia ($52M) and France ($49M). World exports came to about $362M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 040229?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 040229 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($83M, 17% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $45M) and Germany ($40M). World imports came to about $491M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 040229 structured?

HS code 040229 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (04) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 040229?

Brazil splits HS code 040229 into 3 NCM codes: 0402.29.10 (Sweetened whole milk powder), 0402.29.20 (Sweetened partly skimmed milk powder), 0402.29.30 (Sweetened cream powder). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.