Full Fat Fluid Buttermilk Sour Cream Blend
Full-fat fluid buttermilk sour cream blend with combined butterfat under 45%, maintained in fluid state. This fluid product is not concentrated and contains no added sugar or sweetening matter, classified under tariff item 0403.90.12 as powdered buttermilk over access commitment.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 208% | — | 208% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 208% | — | 208% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 208% | — | 208% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 208% | — | 208% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 208% | — | 208% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the import is within the access commitment
This tariff item covers powdered buttermilk within the access commitment, with lower duty rates.
If the product is fluid and within the access commitment
Fluid dairy blends within the access commitment fall under this tariff item.
If the product is fluid and over the access commitment
Fluid dairy blends over the access commitment are classified under this tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is in powdered form to qualify for this tariff item
• Provide documentation of butterfat content and absence of added sweeteners
• Determine access commitment status for accurate duty calculation
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