Milk Protein Margarine Cheese Paste from China
Thick paste made from whey protein concentrate (heading 0404) emulsified with margarine and flavorings, entered under U.S. Note 23 for milk solids control. HTS 1901.90.34.00 covers this as 'margarine cheese' preparation of dairy goods, processed beyond basic flours or groats, cocoa-free. Used in baking or as direct spread.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
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
• Submit detailed compositional breakdown showing dairy solids qualification for Note 23; use accredited labs
• Ensure product stability testing for emulsification to confirm 'prepared' status beyond Chapter 10/11