New Zealand Farm Fresh Cream from Japan
Rich pouring cream from New Zealand grass-fed cows with 35-40% milkfat, neither concentrated nor sweetened, packaged for retail. Classified under HTS 0401.50.02.00 pursuant to General Note 15 which provides quota access for New Zealand dairy products meeting fat content criteria. Meets all Chapter 4 requirements for unconcentrated cream.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm New Zealand origin documentation for General Note 15 quota eligibility; track annual allocation limits
• Maintain cold chain throughout shipping (below 4°C) with temperature logs to preserve fresh classification
• Label accurately with fat content percentage; mislabeling can trigger reclassification during customs exam