Imported Australian Sour Cream (High-Fat Cultured) from Germany
Premium sour cream from Australia with over 45% butterfat content, cultured from pasteurized cream and fermented with lactic acid bacteria. Classified under HTS 0403.90.72.00 as sour cream exceeding 45% butterfat, entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions for Australian dairy imports within quota limits. Ideal for culinary uses like baking and dips.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license prior to shipment as required for General Note 15 dairy quotas
• Verify butterfat content via lab analysis to confirm >45% threshold
• Ensure cold chain compliance to maintain product integrity during transit