Australian Table Cream 7% Fat

Australian table cream standardized at 7% milkfat, fresh chilled product entered pursuant to U.S. note 5 provisions. Classified in HTS 0401.40.05.00 for its medium fat content without concentration or sweetening. Used extensively in household cooking and beverages.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0401.10.00.00Same rate: 17.5%

If for lower fat content under 1%

Fat content determines specific subheading within fresh milk/cream heading 0401

0406.90.95.00Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If curdled or acidified beyond cream standards

Certain fermented dairy products classified as cheese substitutes in 0406

3502Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If whey protein concentrate >80% protein

High protein concentrates from whey excluded to chapter 35 per chapter notes

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Import Tips & Compliance

Apply for USDA license early in quota year; provide fat standardization certificate; ensure proper cold chain to maintain fresh classification

Related Products under HTS 0401.40.05.00

Australian Pasteurized Cream 8% Fat

Pasteurized cream from Australia with 8% milkfat content, not concentrated and without added sugar, entered under the quota provisions of additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 4. This falls under HTS 0401.40.05.00 due to its fat content between 6% and 10% and compliance with specific country quota allocations. It is typically used for coffee creamers or baking.

New Zealand Light Whipping Cream 9% Fat

Light whipping cream produced in New Zealand with exactly 9% fat by weight, fresh and unpasteurized where permitted, qualifying under U.S. note 5 quota provisions. Classified in 0401.40.05.00 for its fat content range and lack of concentration or additives. Ideal for culinary applications like sauces and desserts.

Danish Pasteurized Coffee Cream 7.5% Fat

Pasteurized coffee cream from Denmark containing 7.5% milkfat, not concentrated nor sweetened, specifically entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 5 allocations. This product matches HTS 0401.40.05.00 criteria for medium-fat fresh cream under quota. Commonly used in beverages and light cooking.

Canadian Half-and-Half Cream 10% Fat

Canadian half-and-half cream blend standardized at 10% fat content, fresh and without additives, imported under the limited provisions of U.S. note 5. Fits HTS 0401.40.05.00 for cream exceeding 6% but not over 10% fat in quota category. Popular for table use in restaurants.

EU Ultra-Pasteurized Cream 6.5% Fat

Ultra-pasteurized cream from EU countries with 6.5% fat content, qualifying for entry under additional U.S. note 5 quota system. This fresh cream without concentration or sugar falls squarely under HTS 0401.40.05.00 specifications. Extended shelf life makes it suitable for retail distribution.