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U.S. imports of milk-derived fats and oils (other) (HS 040590) totaled $3.9M in April 2026, traded with 17 countries.
Importers of Milk-Derived Fats and Oils (Other) paid $1.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 41% on $3.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Milk-Derived Fats and Oils (Other) imports of $3.9M in April 2026 ran 136% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.7M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAnhydrous milk fat (AMF) is the commercially dominant product in this residual heading, prized by confectionery, bakery, and recombined-dairy manufacturers for its extended shelf life and concentrated butterfat content. The US schedule separates AMF from other milk-derived fats and further distinguishes TRQ-eligible quantities (Additional US Note 14 to Chapter 4) across lines 0405901020, 0405901040, 0405902020, and 0405902040. Mexico and Canada are the leading suppliers, with New Zealand also a significant source given its large AMF export capacity. Dairy food admissibility requirements apply; importers are advised to consult a licensed customs broker or the relevant agency before entry.
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AMF is a further-processed dairy fat product from which virtually all water and milk solids have been removed, yielding a product that is typically 99.8% or more pure butterfat. This distinguishes it from butter (heading 0405.10), which retains water and milk solids. AMF is specifically named in the US tariff schedule under heading 0405.90 and is subject to its own TRQ lines referencing Additional US Note 14.
Confectionery manufacturers use AMF for chocolate and caramel production due to its flavor stability and high smoke point. Recombined dairy processors blend it with skim milk powder to produce butter or cream in markets where fresh dairy is scarce. Bakery and food-service operators also use it as a shelf-stable alternative to fresh cream. These industrial applications make this heading distinct from consumer-facing butter trade.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $2.7M | $4.2M | +$1.5M |
| CANADA | $43K | $2.0M | +$1.9M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $985K | +$985K |
| JAMAICA | -- | $923K | +$923K |
| AUSTRALIA | -- | $740K | +$740K |
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