Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 10%

HS v2022 Code: 040150

About dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 10%

HS code 040150 covers dairy products with a fat content exceeding 10% by weight. This includes milk and cream that have not been concentrated or had any sugar or sweeteners added. These high-fat dairy items are essential ingredients in a wide range of food products and play a crucial role in the global dairy industry. They are particularly important for the manufacture of butter, cheese, and other dairy-based goods consumed worldwide.

Production process

The production of dairy products under HS code 040150 typically involves separating raw milk into its components, such as fat, protein, and lactose. This is often done through centrifugation or other separation methods. The resulting high-fat cream is then pasteurized and may undergo further processing, such as homogenization, to ensure consistent quality and composition.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 040150 dairy products are raw milk, which is sourced from dairy farms, and specialized equipment for separation, pasteurization, and packaging. Producers may also require access to reliable transportation and storage facilities to ensure the timely delivery and preservation of the dairy goods.

Production outputs

Dairy products classified under HS code 040150 are primarily used as ingredients in the manufacture of other food items, such as 040510 Butter, 040610 Fresh cheese, including whey cheese, and curd, and 040690 Cheese, grated or powdered, of all kinds; cheese fondue. These high-fat dairy goods are essential for imparting richness, texture, and flavor to a wide range of food products consumed globally.

Revisions to 040150

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 040150. The most recent 1 version of this code (040150) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 040150.

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/04'>04: Dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0401'>0401: Milk and cream; not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040150'>040150: Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 10%</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040110'>040110: Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, not exceeding 1%</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040120'>040120: Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 1% but not exceeding 6%</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040140'>040140: Dairy produce; milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 6% but not exceeding 10%</a>"]

    

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