Full Fat Mexican Sour Cream (Crema Fresca) from Japan
Traditional Mexican crema fresca, a cultured sour cream with 30% butterfat fermented to mild tangy flavor, thinner consistency than American sour cream. Imported under HTS 0403.90.04.00 pursuant to U.S. note 5 as sour cream ≤45% butterfat requiring quota license. Popular in Hispanic cuisine for tacos and sauces.
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%
Import Tips
• Note Mexican products ineligible for U.S. note 5 quota - expect over-quota duties; provide microbial and fat content certificates; label clearly as 'cultured sour cream'