Organic Dairy Margarine Spread from China
An edible mixture of certified organic palm oil and substantial cows' milk solids content, formulated as a margarine spread pursuant to additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4. This product enters under the tariff quota for dairy-inclusive fat preparations, distinguishing it from pure vegetable margarines. Ideal for organic baking and table use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide USDA-approved organic certification per General Statistical Note 6 alongside milk solids documentation
• Monitor TRQ fill rates weekly via USDA reports to time shipments within quota periods
• Label precisely with milk solids percentage to prevent CBP disputes over note 10 eligibility