Canadian Ricotta-Style Fresh Cheese from Japan
Fresh cheese similar to ricotta produced from Canadian whey, classified under HTS 0406.10.58. Enters duty-free under USMCA 9823.04.02 within Canada's quantitative dairy allocation. Qualifies as fresh cheese of Canadian origin per Chapter 4.
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 whey sourcing from Canadian cheese production; track remaining quota balance; maintain product temperature below 38°F during shipping