Rancid Butter Blocks from Germany
Rancid butter is aged natural butter that has developed characteristic flavor through natural fermentation, still meeting 0405 butter criteria of 80-95% milkfat and proper solids/water balance. Classified in 0405.10.20.00 as 'other' butter for its unique preservation state used in specialty cooking. Contains no emulsifiers, only natural lactic cultures.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Provide lab certification confirming milkfat 80-95% despite rancid state; secure import license well in advance of quota exhaustion; label clearly as 'rancid butter' to prevent misclassification as spoiled goods