Canadian Fresh Farmer's Cheese from Japan
Fresh farmer's cheese (pressed cottage cheese style) made from Canadian milk, classified under 0406.90.65. Qualifies for USMCA 9823.03.02 tariff preference within quantitative limits. High-moisture fresh cheese variety.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Moisture content documentation to confirm fresh cheese status,Production records showing no ripening beyond quota definition,Consistent nomenclature usage on commercial invoice