Low-Butterfat Neufchatel Process Cheese from Canada
Processed Neufchatel-style cheese with precisely 0.5% or less butterfat, soft texture for spreading. Falls under HTS 0406.30.85.00 for other low-fat processed cheeses entered per Additional U.S. Note 23.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide processing certification distinguishing from fresh Neufchatel
• Check quota remaining via USDA portal
• Common issue: soft texture leading to butter misclassification