Qualifying Country Butter-Oil Blend from China
Liquid butter substitute blend with over 45% butterfat from General Note 15 designated countries, used in confectionery. Specifically classifiable under HTS 2106.90.32.00 for TRQ-qualifying entries. Provides emulsified texture superior to straight butter oil.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Apply for dairy TRQ license in advance through USDA; submit butterfat assay from accredited lab
• Ensure container net weight and composition match entry docs precisely
• Avoid mixing with non-qualifying origin lots