New Zealand Butterfat Blend Spread from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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