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New Zealand Cultured Crème Fraîche (Over 45% Fat)

Rich cultured crème fraîche from New Zealand featuring over 45% milkfat, naturally fermented for tangy flavor. Falls under HTS 0403.90.72.00 for high-butterfat sour cream entered under General Note 15 quota provisions. Commonly used in gourmet sauces and desserts.

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.

0403.90.51.00Same rate: 17.5%

If butterfat 10-18% range

Medium-fat sour cream products classify in 0403.90.51, distinguished by fat content bands

0405.20.20.00Same rate: 17.5%

If processed as dairy spread

Spreadable emulsions with 39-80% fat may fall under butter/dairy spreads in heading 0405

1901.90Lower: 16.4% vs 17.5%

If dried or powdered form

Dehydrated fermented dairy products classify as dairy preparations in Chapter 19

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm eligibility under General Note 15 country-specific quotas for New Zealand

Provide certificate of analysis proving >45% butterfat

Use refrigerated containers to prevent spoilage

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