New Zealand Butterfat Blend Spread from Germany
A premium butter substitute made from over 45% butterfat derived from New Zealand milk, blended with minimal vegetable oils for spreadability. It falls under HTS 2106.90.34.00 as it meets additional U.S. note 14 to chapter 4 for dairy-based imports from eligible countries like New Zealand. Primarily used as a table spread with rich dairy flavor.
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
• Verify product origin from New Zealand or other note 14-eligible countries with certificate of origin; ensure butterfat content lab-tested over 45%; monitor annual quota usage via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program to avoid over-quota duties