New Zealand Cultured Butterfat Spread

Artisanal cultured spread with 49% New Zealand butterfat, fermented for tangy flavor profile. Specifically provided for in HTS 2106.90.34.00 under U.S. note 14 chapter 4 dairy import program. Ideal for gourmet cheese boards and cooking.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0405.90Higher: 18.5% vs 17.5%

If dairy spreads containing over 39% but less than 80% butterfat

Intermediate fat content dairy spreads may classify directly under chapter 4 rather than as butter substitutes.

2106.90.72Higher: 26% vs 17.5%

If compound spreads with under 15% dairy fat

Lower dairy content shifts from butter substitute to general food compound preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Culturing process documentation required alongside butterfat analysis; New Zealand MPI export cert mandatory; apply for TRQ license 30+ days before shipment