HS Code for Baby Formula / Infant Milk Formula: 1901.10.15

Classification Notes

Infant milk formula (stage 1 — from birth), follow-on formula (stage 2 — from 6 months), and toddler/growing-up milk (stage 3 — from 12 months) are classified under 1901.10. Major brands: Similac, Enfamil, Gerber Good Start, Aptamil, Nestlé NAN, Nutramigen, Holle (organic), HiPP, Kendamil. The EU applies a specific duty (fixed amount per 100 kg) rather than ad valorem — €146.40/100 kg is the MFN rate for 1901.10.15. The US applies 17.5% ad valorem under 1901.10.15. UK post-Brexit mirrored EU rates for most infant formula. Hypoallergenic and hydrolysed-protein formulas (for CMPA, Cow's Milk Protein Allergy) are still 1901.10 — the specialised ingredients do not change heading. Soy-based infant formulas are 1901.10. Goat's-milk-based formulas are 1901.10 (Holle, Kabrita). Amino-acid-based medical formulas (Neocate, Alfamino, PurAmino) are frequently 1901.10 but may be 2106.90 if not fitting the 'infant use' test — borderline and worth a BTI ruling for high-volume import. Formula-ingredient raw materials (lactose, demineralised whey powder) are 0404. Baby cereals (rice cereal, oatmeal) are 1901.20 or 1904 depending on preparation. All infant formula imports in EU/UK require notification under EU Regulation 2016/127 and may require MHRA notification in UK. US FDA has strict requirements under the Infant Formula Act — failure to meet compositional standards may result in refusal at the border regardless of HS classification.