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Canadian Cream Cheese Spread from Japan

Spreadable cream cheese produced in Canada meeting HTS 0406.10.78 criteria for fresh cheese containing over 36% but less than 80% moisture. Qualifies for USMCA preferential tariff treatment under 9823.04.02 within specified quantitative limits. Originates entirely from Canadian dairy operations.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document milk sourcing from Canadian farms; verify quota availability before shipping; ensure shelf-stable packaging meets FDA import standards