Canadian Whey Butter
Canadian Whey Butter is produced in Canada from whey cream, achieving 83% milkfat with specifications matching the heading 0405(a) definition of natural butter. It falls under tariff item 0405.10.10 as butter within the access commitment for imports into Canada.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If no quota allocation is held
Butter without quota falls under the over access commitment item with a higher duty.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the whey butter meets the milkfat and water content specifications for butter under heading 0405
• Obtain a quota allocation for within access commitment; otherwise, the over-access rate applies
• Ensure proper labeling and documentation for CBSA clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 0405.10.10
Anhydrous Milkfat Butter
High-purity anhydrous milkfat standardized to butter specs (80-95% fat), derived exclusively from milk without concentration beyond limits. This product is classified under the within access commitment tariff item for butter, as it meets the heading 0405 definition.
Australia Canned Whey Butter
Australia Canned Whey Butter is a canned whey butter from Australia meeting 82% milkfat and ≤16% water criteria of natural butter in heading 0405(a). It is classified under tariff item 0405.10.10 as butter within the access commitment for imports into Canada.
Australian Salted Butter
Australian Salted Butter is a creamery butter produced in Australia with 82% milkfat, salted, and meeting the exact specifications of natural butter under heading 0405 (80-95% milkfat, max 2% milk solids-not-fat, max 16% water). It falls under tariff item 0405.10.10 as butter within the access commitment for imports into Canada.
Australian Salted Butter Blocks
Australian Salted Butter Blocks are salted butter blocks produced in Australia with 82% milkfat, maximum 2% milk solids-not-fat, and maximum 16% water content, meeting natural butter specifications under heading 0405. It falls under tariff item 0405.10.10 as butter within the access commitment for Canadian imports.
Australian Western Star Butter
Australian Western Star Butter is a salted butter with 82% milkfat, cultured variety, meeting all heading 0405 criteria without prohibited additives. It is classified under tariff item 0405.10.10 as butter within the access commitment for Canadian imports.
Canadian Fresh Creamery Butter
Canadian Fresh Creamery Butter is a fresh unsalted creamery butter from Canada with 82.5% milkfat, derived from milk with maximum 16% water and no emulsifiers, qualifying as natural butter under 0405. It is classified under tariff item 0405.10.10 as butter within the access commitment for imports into Canada.