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.

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.

0402.91.30Same rate: 17.5%

If condensed, not airtight

Condensed cream under 0402 per note 7, with country-specific quotas.

1517.90.50Same rate: 17.5%

If containing >45% butterfat as substitute

Butterfat substitutes over 45% enter under note 8 quota in 1517/2106.

0404.10.11Higher: 48% vs 17.5%

If whey-derived with modifications

Modified whey per subheading note falls in 0404, excluding pure cream.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Pre-apply for quota license confirming New Zealand origin; provide compositional analysis

Common error: entering without license triggers penalties

Label clearly as per FDA dairy standards

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