Canadian Paneer Cheese from Japan
Fresh paneer cheese manufactured in Canada from whole cow's milk, meeting 38% milkfat minimum of subheading 0406.10.28, entered via HTS 9823.04.05 under USMCA note 4(b)(2). Firm, unaged cheese essential for Indian cuisine including palak paneer and matar paneer.
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
• Canadian origin certification mandatory; FDA dairy import requirements apply; vacuum-seal and refrigerate at 35°F; provide nutritional labeling and fat content declaration