Milkfat for Chocolate Production from Mexico
High-purity milkfat fractions specifically fractionated for use in chocolate manufacturing, derived from milk but exceeding standard butter specs. Falls under HTS 0405.90.20 as other milk-derived fats not qualifying as butter or spreads. Essential for premium confectionery to control crystallization.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Specify industrial end-use in entry docs to justify classification; lab certify fat purity >95%; quota tracking critical as part of 6M kg limit