Country Crock Original Spread from Mexico
Country Crock Original is a margarine-style spread from soybean oil, water, and natural flavors, designed for table use with 70% vegetable oil content. It is classified in HTS 1517.10.00.00 as margarine, a prepared edible mixture excluding liquids.
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
• Clarify 'spread' vs. 'margarine' in docs; provide composition to affirm 1517 classification
• Check for palm oil sustainability certs if required by buyers post-import
• Avoid generic 'shortening' labeling which could redirect to 1516