0401.50.05.00/Australian Cream for Coffee Whipping/Japan

Australian Cream for Coffee Whipping from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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