Product classification
HS code for Non-fat dry milk: 0402.10
Dairy 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).
Classification of non-fat dry milk under HS 0402.10
Non-fat dry milk is classified under HS code 0402.10 according to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System. Chapter 4 encompasses dairy produce, and heading 0402 specifically addresses milk and cream that has been concentrated or contains added sweetening matter. The subheading 0402.10 is strictly defined by the physical form and fat content of the product. To qualify for this code, the milk must be in a solid form, such as powder or granules, and must possess a fat content not exceeding 1.5% by weight. This classification is essential for trade statistics and tariff application, as it distinguishes skimmed milk products from whole milk powders or liquid dairy products. The moisture removal process, typically spray-drying or roller-drying, is the primary factor that moves the product from heading 0401 (liquid milk) to 0402 (concentrated/powdered milk).
- Covers
- Skimmed milk powder (fat < 1.5%)
- Dehydrated non-fat milk granules
- Spray-dried non-fat milk solids
- Non-fat dry milk with added vitamins
- Low-fat milk powder (fat content 1% or less)
- Also under 0402.10
- Fonterra Skim Milk Powder
- Lactalis Skim Milk Powder
- Nestlé Skimmed Milk Powder
- Dairy Farmers of America NFDM
- Arla Skim Milk Powder
Codes often confused with 0402.10
Common mistake. Non-fat dry milk is often misclassified under 0402.21 if the fat content is incorrectly measured or exceeds the 1.5% threshold. Code 0402.21 is for milk powder with a fat content exceeding 1.5% without added sugar. Another common error is using 0404.10, which is reserved for whey and modified whey products. Furthermore, if the milk powder is specifically formulated for infants and contains added cereal or other ingredients, it may be classified under 1901.10 as a food preparation for infants.
Top exporters and importers of HS 040210 (the code used for non-fat dry milk), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 040210 (the code used for non-fat dry milk) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 8.7% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 040210, not only non-fat dry milk.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $1.9B 22% of world exports
- 2 New Zealand $1.2B 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $882M 9.9% of world exports
World total: $8.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $743M 8.7% of world imports
- 2 China $682M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $582M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $8.6B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 non-fat dry milk
Brazil splits HS 0402.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0402.10.10Skim milk powder, arsenic/lead/copper under 5 ppm
- 0402.10.90Other milk powder up to 1.5% fat
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about non-fat dry milk
What is the HS code for Non-fat dry milk?
The HS code for Non-fat dry milk is 040210 (Dairy 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)). The HS code for milk in powder or granules with a fat content not exceeding 1.5% is 0402.10.
How do I classify Non-fat dry milk for customs?
Non-fat dry milk is classified under HS code 040210 — Dairy 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). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What happens if the fat content is 2%?
If the fat content exceeds 1.5% by weight, the product can no longer be classified under 0402.10 and must move to 0402.21 (if no sugar is added) or 0402.29 (if sugar is added).
Which countries are the top exporters of non-fat dry milk (HS 040210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 040210 (the code used for non-fat dry milk) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.9B, 22% of world exports), New Zealand ($1.2B) and Germany ($882M). World exports came to about $8.9B, 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 non-fat dry milk (HS 040210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 040210 (the code used for non-fat dry milk) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($743M, 8.7% of world imports), China ($682M) and Indonesia ($582M). World imports came to about $8.6B, 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.
Is the HS code for Non-fat dry milk the same in all countries?
The base HS code 040210 for Non-fat dry milk is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for non-fat dry milk in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 040210 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for non-fat dry milk depends on the product's details: 0402.10.10 (Skim milk powder, arsenic/lead/copper under 5 ppm), 0402.10.90 (Other milk powder up to 1.5% fat).