Cultured Butterfat Cream Substitute from China
A cultured solid spread with over 45% butterfat, fermented for tangy flavor as butter alternative in cooking. HTS 2106.90.36.00 applies to its milkfat-dominant butter substitute status, distinct from cultured dairy creams. Used in European-style recipes.
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
• Document culturing process to confirm it doesn't qualify as fermented dairy under 0403/0405
• Test for live cultures; probiotic claims may require additional FDA premarket review