Canadian Whipping Cream Quota Entry
Unpasteurized whipping cream over 10% fat, not concentrated or sweetened, entered under U.S. note 6 provisions for Canadian dairy access. Fits 0401.50.50.00 due to high fat content and compliance with quota licensing for non-Mexico origins. Used for retail and food service whipping applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fat content 1-3% by weight
Low-fat cream shifts to 0401.20 subheading for lighter dairy products.
If dried with added sugar
Dried cream enters under 0403 quotas per U.S. note 2, with separate 3,321,300 kg limit.
If evaporated in airtight containers
Evaporated forms under 0402 per U.S. note 7 quota (e.g., 31,751 kg Canada evaporated).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain prior USDA license confirming quota availability for Canada; include lab analysis for fat content >10%
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as lower-fat cream
• Track USTR-approved reallocations if primary quota fills
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Australian Cream for Dairy Quota
High-fat cream exceeding 10% milkfat by weight, not concentrated and without added sugar, specifically allocated under additional U.S. note 6 quota for Australia (91,625 kg of condensed in airtight containers, but this entry fits non-condensed provisions). It qualifies for 0401.50.50.00 as it meets the chapter's import licensing requirements for dairy products from quota countries. Requires USDA import license for entry.
Dutch Heavy Cream for Quota
Pasteurized heavy cream with 12-18% milkfat, not concentrated nor sweetened, imported pursuant to U.S. note 6 dairy provisions. Classifies in 0401.50.50.00 as 'other' high-fat cream requiring quota license, distinct from general entries. Ideal for coffee creamers and baking.
New Zealand Ultra Cream Quota
Premium ultra cream exceeding 15% fat content, unconcentrated and unsweetened, entered under note 6 for New Zealand dairy imports. Meets 0401.50.50.00 criteria for high-fat 'other' cream with mandatory USDA licensing. Popular for ice cream bases and patisserie.
Danish High-Fat Table Cream
Table cream with 11-14% fat, neither concentrated nor containing sweeteners, pursuant to U.S. note 6 provisions. Classified under 0401.50.50.00 for quota-eligible high-fat creams from Denmark. Used in culinary applications like sauces and desserts.
EU Panna Quota Cream
Italian-style panna (cooking cream) over 10% fat, unconcentrated and plain, entered per note 6 for EU dairy. Fits 0401.50.50.00 as high-fat other cream needing license. Essential for risottos and gelato production.
Irish Heavy Pouring Cream
Pouring cream at 12% fat minimum, not concentrated or sweetened, for note 6 quota entry from Ireland (EU). 0401.50.50.00 applies to this high-fat category with licensing. Common in tea and baking imports.