Canadian Fromage Frais from Japan

French-style fromage frais produced in Quebec from cow's milk, classified 0406.10.18 due to 80-85% moisture. Enters duty-free under USMCA 9823.04.04 as Canadian quota cheese per note 4(b)(2).

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

• French/Quebec labeling acceptable if origin clearly identified as Canadian,Refrigerated transport mandatory - temperature logs required for fresh cheese,USMCA dairy working group coordinates annual TRQ allocations by cheese type