Ghee-Style Milkfat Spread from Germany
Clarified-style dairy spread over 45% butterfat, solid at room temperature, used in ethnic cooking. Though similar to ghee, its milk-derived butterfat content over 45% places it in 0405.20.10.00 under general note 15 quota for butter substitutes (not dehydrated ghee in 0405.90).
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
• Differentiate from dehydrated ghee (0405.90); provide moisture content proof under 16%; quota tracking critical for high-volume importers