Unsalted High-Butterfat Spread from China
Pure unsalted spread with 65% milkfat from milk-derived sources, ideal for unsalted butter replacement. Dairy spreads specs met (water-in-oil, 39-80% milkfat) with quota qualification >45%. 0405.20.20.00 for licensed butter substitute imports.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify no added emulsifiers per Chapter Note; use precise weighing excluding coverings
• Apply early in quota year
• Verify dry matter for spread vs. butter distinction