Australian Dairy Spread Blend
A spreadable water-in-oil emulsion made from Australian cow's milk with 45% milkfat content, suitable for bread and toast. Classified under HTS 0405.20.50.00 as a dairy spread described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4, entered pursuant to general note 15 provisions for quota access. Meets chapter 4 definition of dairy spreads with milkfat between 39-80% by weight and no other fats.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If milkfat content reaches 80% or more
Products meeting butter definition (80-95% milkfat, max 2% solids-not-fat, max 16% water) shift to heading 0405 butter category.
If non-milk fats added or milkfat under 39%
Chapter note excludes products replacing natural milk constituents; becomes food preparation under chapter 21 if not pure dairy spread.
If butter substitutes over 45% butterfat not under note 1
Specific butter substitute quota in additional U.S. note 10 applies separately from general dairy product quotas.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required for general note 15 provisions; verify milkfat content via lab analysis (39-80%) to confirm dairy spread status
• Include certificate of origin proving eligibility under note 1 quota exclusions (non-Mexico)
• Watch for over-quota surcharges
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