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Canadian Basket Cheese from Japan

Fresh basket cheese (cheese basket) from Canadian cow's milk, 38% milkfat minimum, entered under HTS 9823.04.05 referencing 0406.10.28 per USMCA Canadian dairy provisions. Basket-molded fresh cheese with distinctive pattern, used in Mediterranean cuisine.

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%

Import Tips

Provide Canadian USMCA origin documentation; FDA Import Alert compliance; 35-40°F reefer transport; declare as fresh cheese not preserved; proper drainage during storage