Milkfat Butter Base 90% from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit detailed fat composition analysis certificate; ensure quota availability via USDA before contracting; monitor annual quota fill rates as reallocation affects later imports