Australian Cream for Coffee Whipping

Heavy whipping cream produced in Australia with 35% milkfat content, designed for coffee beverages and desserts. It falls under HTS 0401.50.05.00 as cream exceeding 10% but not over 45% fat, entered pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 5 quota provisions for specific countries like Australia. This classification applies to non-concentrated, unsweetened cream meeting the fat content criteria.

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.

0401Same rate: 17.5%

If fat content exceeds 45% by weight

Cream over 45% fat shifts to higher fat subheading in 0401.30, outside the 0401.50 range.

0402.99Higher: 24.9% vs 17.5%

If sweetened with sugar or other sweetening matter

Addition of sugar moves product to Chapter 0402 condensed/sweetened milk and cream.

2106.90.72Higher: 26% vs 17.5%

If flavored or containing additives beyond basic cream

Flavored dairy preparations fall under food preparations in Chapter 21, not pure dairy.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required for Note 5 quota goods; ensure fat content lab certification between 10-45% by weight

Avoid misdeclaration as lower-fat cream to prevent quota bypass penalties

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