Imported Australian Sour Cream (High-Fat Cultured) from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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