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Artisanal Butterfat Cream Substitute for Pastry from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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