EU Dairy Spread Emulsion from Germany
Spreadable emulsion from EU pasteurized milk with 42% milkfat, ideal for culinary use mimicking butter texture. HTS 0405.20.50.00 applies to dairy spreads under chapter 4 note (b), entered pursuant to general note 15 for quota-eligible origins. Contains only milkfat, sodium chloride, and lactic cultures as permitted.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm EU origin eligibility under chapter 4 quotas (e.g
• Portugal access); submit prior notice via ACE system
• Test for max 2% non-fat solids to stay within dairy spread specs
• Common issue: improper documentation leads to 0405.90 default