Blue Band Margarine from Mexico
Blue Band is a margarine made from palm and rapeseed oils, blended with skim milk powder, salt, and vitamins, commonly used for baking and spreading. It qualifies for HTS 1517.10.00.00 as a non-liquid margarine, an edible preparation of vegetable fats emulsified for direct use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
• Disclose any milk solids content to rule out dairy classification; use vendor specs for verification
• Ensure blocks or tubs are solid at room temp to distinguish from liquid margarine exclusions