Belgian Unsalted Dairy Spread
This is a pure unsalted emulsion spread made from Belgian milk, containing 40% milkfat by weight. It is classified under tariff item 0405.20.10 as a dairy spread, as defined in Chapter Note 3(b), with a milkfat content between 39% and 80% and no added fats other than milkfat.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
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 exceeds the access commitment or no quota allocation is held
This is the over access commitment rate for dairy spreads, which applies when the within access commitment quota is not available.
If the product has a milkfat content of 80% or more and meets the definition of butter
Butter is classified under heading 0405.10, while dairy spreads have a milkfat content below 80%.
If the product is dehydrated butter or ghee
Subheading note 2 excludes dehydrated butter and ghee from subheading 0405.10, placing them under 0405.90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• This item is within an access commitment (tariff-rate quota)
• Imports without a quota allocation or permit will be charged the over access commitment rate under 0405.20.20
• Ensure you have the necessary import permit from Global Affairs Canada before shipping
• The weight of the packaging is included in the duty calculation for this item
Related Products under Tariff item 0405.20.10
Anhydrous Milkfat Butter Substitute
A high-fat dairy spread containing over 45% butterfat derived from milk, used as a butter substitute in baking and cooking. It meets the criteria of subheading 0405.20 for dairy spreads with milkfat as the only fat, within the 39-80% range.
Anhydrous Milkfat Spread
A concentrated anhydrous milkfat (AMF) emulsion at 48% butterfat level, marketed as a premium butter substitute for cooking. It fits the dairy spread definition with milkfat as the sole fat and within the 39-80% range.
Australian Dairy Spread Blend
A spreadable water-in-oil emulsion made from Australian cow's milk with 45% milkfat content, suitable for bread and toast. It is classified under 0405.20.10 as a dairy spread, within access commitment.
Bulk Milkfat Emulsion for Ice Cream
A liquid milkfat emulsion (55% fat) used as a butter substitute base in ice cream manufacturing. It qualifies as a dairy spread under Chapter Note 3(b) with milkfat as the only fat, despite being in liquid form.
Butterfat Emulsion Spread
A water-in-oil emulsion dairy spread with butterfat content over 45% by weight, used in food service for spreading and cooking. It qualifies as a dairy spread under Chapter Note 3(b) with milkfat as the only fat.
Cultured Butterfat Spread
A cultured dairy spread with over 45% butterfat, containing harmless lactic-acid bacteria as allowed in butter definitions but as a substitute. It fits the dairy spread definition with milkfat as the only fat and within the 39-80% range.