About HS Code 040291
This HS code covers concentrated, unsweetened milk and cream products that are not in powdered form, typically referring to liquid or semi-liquid concentrates. These goods are crucial intermediate products for various food industries, including bakeries, confectioneries, and beverage manufacturers, where a liquid, concentrated dairy base is preferred over powder for specific formulations or processing steps. The trade in these products is often B2B, with large dairy processors in countries like the EU, USA, and Canada exporting to food manufacturers globally. Importers are typically industrial users seeking to reduce transportation costs compared to fresh milk while maintaining a liquid consistency. Key factors in this trade include concentration levels, fat content, shelf stability (often achieved through UHT processing), and specific functional properties required by the end-user. These products offer a balance between the convenience of concentration and the functional benefits of a liquid dairy ingredient.
Products Under This Code
Unsweetened condensed milk (liquid), Evaporated milk (unsweetened), Concentrated cream (liquid, unsweetened), UHT concentrated milk (unsweetened), Bulk liquid milk concentrate, Sterilized concentrated milk (unsweetened), Milk protein concentrate (liquid, unsweetened)
Real World Examples
Carnation Evaporated Milk (unsweetened), Nestlé Evaporated Milk (unsweetened), Arla Evaporated Milk (unsweetened), Borden Evaporated Milk (unsweetened), F&N Evaporated Milk (unsweetened)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 040299 (sweetened liquid concentrated milk) due to the presence of added sugar, or with 040221 (unsweetened milk powder) if the physical form is not correctly identified.
Products Classified Under 0402.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Top exporters are often the EU, USA, and Canada, with industrial food manufacturers globally being key importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 040291?
HS code 040291 covers: Dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in powder, granules or other solid forms. This HS code covers concentrated, unsweetened milk and cream products that are not in powdered form, typically referring to liquid or semi-liquid concentrates. These goods are crucial intermediate products for various food industries, including bakeries, confectioneries, and beverage manufacturers, where a liquid, concentrated dairy base is preferred over powder for specific formulations or processing steps. The trade in these products is often B2B, with large dairy processors in countries like the EU, USA, and Canada exporting to food manufacturers globally. Importers are typically industrial users seeking to reduce transportation costs compared to fresh milk while maintaining a liquid consistency. Key factors in this trade include concentration levels, fat content, shelf stability (often achieved through UHT processing), and specific functional properties required by the end-user. These products offer a balance between the convenience of concentration and the functional benefits of a liquid dairy ingredient.
What products fall under HS code 040291?
Unsweetened condensed milk (liquid), Evaporated milk (unsweetened), Concentrated cream (liquid, unsweetened), UHT concentrated milk (unsweetened), Bulk liquid milk concentrate, Sterilized concentrated milk (unsweetened), Milk protein concentrate (liquid, unsweetened)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 040291?
This code can be confused with 040299 (sweetened liquid concentrated milk) due to the presence of added sugar, or with 040221 (unsweetened milk powder) if the physical form is not correctly identified.
How is HS code 040291 structured?
HS code 040291 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.