9823.04.03/Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds/Japan

Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from Japan

Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406.10.08 as fresh (unripened) cheese containing cow's milk with a moisture content over 80% by weight and a fat content over 40% in dry matter. These squeaky curds are a staple Canadian dairy product qualifying for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.04.03 for Canadian goods meeting note 4(b)(2) requirements. Produced in Canada from milk sourced under USMCA dairy provisions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Obtain USMCA certification of origin from Canadian exporter verifying compliance with general note 11 and subchapter note 4(b)(2) dairy TRQ limits

• Ensure FDA prior notice filing and comply with pasteurized milk ordinance requirements for interstate commerce

• Maintain temperature records throughout cold chain to prevent spoilage of fresh curds with high moisture content