Margarine with Milkfat from Germany
A butter substitute spread made from vegetable oils blended with over 15% milk-derived fats, used for baking and cooking. It falls under HTS 2106.90.38.00 as a food preparation classified as a butter substitute meeting the milkfat threshold, not covered elsewhere in Chapter 21. This classification applies to emulsified products mimicking butter's texture and functionality.
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 fat content documentation showing over 15% milk-derived fats to confirm classification under this subheading
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA standards for margarine, including ingredient declarations and nutritional info
• Avoid misclassification as dairy products by providing lab analysis certificates during customs entry