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← Tariff Schedule
HS 0402.21High

Milk and cream, concentrated, unsweetened, fat > 1.5%

Chapter 4 — Dairy products|Broad tariff
Current tariff rate
25%
Prior rate
7.5% (MFN)
Canadian export value
$120M
CUSMA eligible
Yes (RVC 55%)
TARIFF DETAILS
Effective date
2025-03-04
Tariff type
Broad tariff
CUSMA INFORMATION
Eligibility
Eligible
RVC threshold
55%
SECTOR IMPACT

Dairy processors in Western Canada see reduced competitiveness in US ingredient markets.

NOTES

Higher-fat concentrated dairy is a growing Canadian export category. Broad tariff adds to already complex dairy trade regime.

MITIGATION STRATEGIES

Actionable options for affected Canadian exporters

  1. 1

    Market diversification (CETA)

  2. 2

    Pricing pass-through

  3. 3

    Supply chain restructuring

INDUSTRIES AFFECTED BY THIS TARIFF

Canadian industries exposed to HS 0402.21 tariff changes

Dairy IndustryHigh
Agriculture·55/100 impact
RELATED TARIFF CODES
0402.10High

Milk and cream, concentrated, fat content ≤ 1.5%

25%High
0406.10High

Fresh cheese including whey cheese, unfermented

25%High

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