New Zealand Butterfat Blend Spread from Japan
A premium butter substitute made from over 45% butterfat derived from New Zealand dairy, blended with vegetable oils for spreadability. It falls under HTS 2106.90.32.00 as a high-butterfat butter substitute entered under General Note 15 provisions for duty-free treatment of New Zealand origin goods under the USMCA. Primarily used as a table spread for bread and cooking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify product meets over 45% butterfat threshold with lab analysis; obtain Certificate of Origin proving New Zealand sourcing under General Note 15
• Ensure no transshipment to avoid origin disqualification
• Track dairy TRQ allocations as they may impact entry