Australian Cream for Coffee Whipping from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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