Full Fat Mexican Sour Cream (Crema Fresca) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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'