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U.S. imports of margarine (excluding liquid margarine) (SITC 09101) totaled $4.2M in July 2026, traded with 35 countries.
Importers of Margarine (Excluding Liquid Margarine) paid $429K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $3.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Margarine (Excluding Liquid Margarine) imports of $4.2M in July 2026 ran 13% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.7M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataSolid and semi-solid margarine — distinguished from liquid margarine, which falls under a separate classification — is a widely traded fat-based spread produced primarily from hydrogenated or interesterified vegetable oils. FDA regulates labeling requirements, including fat content disclosures and trans-fat declarations, which directly affect import admissibility and product formulation compliance. Importers should note that margarine containing dairy components may trigger additional scrutiny under tariff-rate-quota frameworks governing milk fat content. Classification hinges on physical state and composition, making precise product specifications essential for correct duty treatment.
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160 shipments/mo
Basic heading 203 of 337 in section 0
Basic heading 09101 · $4.2M of $14.4B
The key distinction is physical state at a defined reference temperature: solid or semi-solid margarine falls under this heading, while pourable liquid margarine is classified separately. Importers should document the product's consistency and composition — particularly fat blend and emulsifier content — to support the correct classification at entry.
Yes. Margarine formulations that include milk fat or butterfat may be subject to tariff-rate-quota provisions governing dairy-derived ingredients, which can significantly affect the effective duty rate above the in-quota threshold. Confirming the exact dairy fat percentage with the supplier before importation is advisable. Classification of food products can be complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-registered importer for admissibility guidance.
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Imports · July 2026
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Poland and Canada together supply 41% of it.
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Imports
$4.2MYoY · Pro
Exports
$4.4MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.