Dutch Heavy Cream for Quota from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit origin docs proving non-Mexico source and fat >10%; apply for license via USTR-approved channels
• Pitfall: failing to reference note 6 leads to rejection
• Use refrigerated shipping to maintain freshness