French-Style Crème Fraîche 47% Butterfat
Thick, rich crème fraîche made by culturing heavy cream to 47% butterfat, offering nutty flavor for culinary use. Falls under HTS 0403.90.78.00 as sour cream/fermented cream over 45% butterfat in the 'other' category, regardless of European naming conventions. Distinct from yogurt by cream base and fat level.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cultured but under 23% butterfat
Lower-fat cultured sour cream/dairy spreads use subheadings based on reduced milkfat thresholds.
If dehydrated butter/ghee form
Chapter note excludes dehydrated butter from 0405.10, placing it in 'other' butter subheading per legal definitions.
If flavored with fruit/nuts or sweetened
Added flavors/sweeteners transform fermented dairy into Chapter 21 food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab report certifying >45% milkfat and bacterial culture process; EU exports may need additional health certificates
• Use insulated refrigerated containers; declare exact fat content on commercial invoice to prevent CBP reclassification
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