Canadian Paneer Cheese from Germany
Canadian-made paneer cheese, fresh unripened cow's milk cheese meeting 0406.10.08 specifications for moisture and fat content. Qualifies for USMCA preferential tariff 9823.04.03 under Canadian dairy TRQ note 4(b)(2). Used in Indian and fusion cuisine applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed milk composition analysis confirming cow's milk and fresh cheese parameters
• Use vacuum packaging to extend shelf life during ocean freight transit
• Verify exporter's USMCA dairy allocation before placing orders to avoid quota delays