9823.04.03/Canadian Cream Cheese Spread/Japan

Canadian Cream Cheese Spread from Japan

Fresh cream cheese spread from Canadian dairies, classified in 0406.10.08 due to high moisture content and rich fat profile from cow's milk. Enters duty-free under USMCA 9823.04.03 for qualifying Canadian dairy meeting TRQ provisions in note 4(b)(2). Sold in tubs for direct consumer use.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include production date and shelf life on packaging; fresh cheese limited to 60-day import window

• Comply with FDA Pasteurized Milk Ordinance for interstate distribution eligibility

• Monitor USMCA dairy TRQ usage rates through CBP's online quota tracking system