Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from Germany
Fresh cheese curds produced from cow's milk in Canada, classified under subheading 0406.90.65 as fresh cheese (including whey cheese) other than that of heading 0404. These curds meet USMCA origin requirements and fall within 9823.03.02 quantitative limits for Canadian dairy under U.S. note 3(b)(1). They represent typical Canadian fresh cheese production eligible for special tariff treatment.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify USMCA origin certification and ensure entry within annual quantitative limits specified in U.S. note 3(b)(1),Maintain documentation proving classification under subheading 0406.90.65 and Canadian production,Monitor quota utilization through CBP dairy reporting to avoid over-quota duty rates