Artisanal Butterfat Cream Substitute for Pastry

A specialized butter substitute with over 45% butterfat and high milk solids content, mimicking heavy cream for professional pastry applications. Classified under HTS 2106.90.24.00 due to compliance with U.S. note 14 chapter 4 for quota entry of milkfat-based substitutes. Packaged for commercial bakers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0405.10.20Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If when imported as butter in primary forms without blending

Unprocessed dairy butter exceeding quota specs goes to chapter 4 butter headings.

2106.90.48Lower: 7.5% vs 17.5%

If for liquid state substitutes not meeting butterfat threshold

Liquid butter substitutes under 45% butterfat use different subheadings within 2106.

0403Higher: 27% vs 17.5%

If resembling yogurt or fermented milk products

Fermented milk derivatives shift to chapter 4 yogurt/buttermilk classifications.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab analysis certificates confirming >45% butterfat and >10% milk solids for customs clearance

Track quota usage via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program to prevent over-entry penalties

Avoid retail packaging which may reclassify under consumer food prep headings

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