USMCA Dairy Margarine Spread from China
A spreadable margarine blending canola oil with anhydrous milk fat, entered pursuant to general note 15 for USMCA-origin goods. Classified in 1517.90.4500 as an edible preparation of vegetable and dairy fats under dairy product quotas. Ideal for baking and table use with smooth texture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%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)
Import Tips
• Attach USMCA certification proving originating status to leverage general note 15 duty-free or reduced rates
• Document kg cmsc content precisely to confirm dairy classification per statistical note on cows' milk solids
• Avoid misdeclaration as non-dairy; importers often face audits—retain supplier specs on milk fat fractions