European-Style Dairy Blend

EU-produced dairy spread with 47% butterfat, emulating traditional butter for baking. Conforms to milkfat-only dairy spreads definition and quota via Note 14 for >45% butterfat substitutes. Enters under 0405.20.20.00 pursuant to license provisions.

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.

0405.20.30Same rate: 17.5%

If containing <45% butterfat

Threshold determines quota applicability; lower fat uses general dairy spreads code.

2106.90.34Same rate: 17.5%

If with neutralizing salts exceeding norms

Excess processing additives reclassify as dairy-based preparations.

0402.99.90Higher: 32.4% vs 17.5%

If condensed/evaporated form

Concentrated milk products enter under separate quotas if not spreadable.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Check country-specific reallocations (e.g

EU access); maintain cold chain to preserve emulsion

Avoid entry without prior license approval

Document harmless lactic cultures if present

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High-Fat Dairy Spread Blend

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Anhydrous Milkfat Spread

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Salted Milkfat Dairy Spread

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Premium AMF Table Spread

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Unsalted High-Butterfat Spread

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