9823.04.06/Canadian Paneer Cheese 41% Fat/Japan

Canadian Paneer Cheese 41% Fat from Japan

Fresh paneer cheese produced in British Columbia dairies with 41% fat content, classified under 0406.10.38. Qualifies for USMCA preferential tariff 9823.04.06 as Canadian-origin fresh cheese per note 4(b)(2). Acid-set using lemon juice coagulation.

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

• Provide sworn statement from Canadian producer confirming no ripening/aging process used

• Maintain import license tracking for USMCA Canadian cheese quota utilization

• Label correctly as 'fresh cheese' avoiding 'ripened' terminology that could trigger reclassification