Other
Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads: > Other: > Described in additional U.S. note 14 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 0405.90.10.40
Anhydrous Milkfat Butter Oil
Pure anhydrous milkfat extracted from cow's milk, containing over 99% milkfat with minimal water and non-fat solids, used in food manufacturing. Classified under HTS 0405.90.10.40 as a butter substitute containing over 45% butterfat, entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 14 quota provisions. Meets chapter note definition for butter-derived products but as concentrated oil form.
Ghee Clarified Butterfat
Traditional clarified butter made by simmering butter to remove water and milk solids, resulting in nearly pure milkfat over 99% concentration. Falls under HTS 0405.90.10.40 as 'other' dairy fat entered under U.S. note 14 quota for butter substitutes over 45% butterfat. Excluded from 0405.10 butter definition per subheading note.
Milkfat Butter Base 90%
Concentrated butterfat fraction at 90% milkfat used as base for ice cream and confectionery production. HTS 0405.90.10.40 applies as butter substitute >45% milkfat under quota provisions of U.S. note 14. Exceeds dairy spread milkfat minimum but doesn't meet exact butter specs.
Butterfat Fraction 82% Concentrate
Industrial butterfat concentrate at 82% milkfat for bakery and chocolate applications, derived via fractionation. Classifies in HTS 0405.90.10.40 as quota-eligible butter substitute per U.S. note 14. Just exceeds dairy spread threshold but below butter's 80-95% range with specs.
Dehydrated Butter Oil 99% Fat
Spray-dried butter oil with 99% milkfat content for extended shelf life in baking mixes. HTS 0405.90.10.40 as other dairy fat under U.S. note 14 quota; specifically excluded from 0405.10 per subheading note on dehydrated butter.
High-Fat Butter Anhydride 95%
95% milkfat butter anhydride produced by advanced dehydration for confectionery use. Fits HTS 0405.90.10.40 quota category for >45% butterfat substitutes per U.S. note 14. Technical edge of butter definition but processed form excludes from 0405.10.
Confectioner's Butterfat 88%
88% milkfat specifically refined for chocolate manufacturers, low moisture for stability. HTS 0405.90.10.40 classification as quota butter substitute; industrial purity exceeds retail butter standards.
Bakery Butterfat Concentrate 85%
85% butterfat concentrate formulated for commercial baking with extended shelf life. Enters under HTS 0405.90.10.40 quota provisions for high-fat dairy products. Bridges dairy spread and butter categories by composition.
Industrial Milkfat 92% AMF
Anhydrous Milk Fat (AMF) at 92% for ice cream manufacturers, produced via centrifugation. HTS 0405.90.10.40 as note 14 quota product; anhydrous form specifically excluded from regular butter.
Neutralized Butter Oil 96%
96% milkfat butter oil with neutralized flavor for versatile food applications. Classifies HTS 0405.90.10.40 under butter substitute quota; processing removes buttery taste while retaining fat purity.
Spray-Dried Butterfat Powder 80%
80% milkfat powder produced by spray drying emulsions for dry mixes. Borderline HTS 0405.90.10.40 quota product; powder form distinguishes from liquid butter substitutes.
Fractionated Milkfat 89%
89% milkfat obtained by fractional crystallization for premium shortenings. HTS 0405.90.10.40 quota-eligible; fractionation creates distinct solid/liquid fractions.
Butter-Derived Anhydrous Fat 98%
98% anhydrous fat directly from butter for pharmaceutical applications. Ultra-pure HTS 0405.90.10.40 quota product; pharmaceutical grade exceeds food specs.
Cultured Butter Oil 91%
91% milkfat cultured butter oil with lactic fermentation for flavor enhancement. HTS 0405.90.10.40 permitted cultures per chapter notes; quota butter substitute.
Technical Butterfat 87% USP
87% USP-grade technical butterfat for cosmetics/pharma excipients. Meets HTS 0405.90.10.40 quota specs; USP purification for non-food applications.