Artisanal Milkfat Baking Margarine from China
A solid butter substitute tailored for professional baking, featuring over 45% butterfat from milk sources and exceeding 10% milk solids for rich flavor and texture. Classified under HTS 2106.90.26.00 as it qualifies as a high-fat butter alternative not covered elsewhere. Ideal for croissants and pastries mimicking real butter performance.
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
• Obtain third-party testing for butterfat percentage to support entry under this specific high-fat subheading
• Ensure packaging specifies 'butter substitute' to prevent CBP scrutiny under dairy import quotas
• Check for country-of-origin rules as some dairy components may trigger additional fees or restrictions