Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from Mexico
Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406.10.88 as fresh cheese (including whey cheese) not containing cow's milk fat or milk protein in a concentration exceeding 0.5% by weight. This product qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.04.11 as a good of Canada per note 4(b)(2). Produced in Canada from pasteurized milk with specific fat and protein levels meeting the subheading criteria.
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Import Tips
• Obtain USMCA certification of origin from Canadian exporter confirming good qualifies under general note 11 and note 4(b)(2),Ensure FDA prior notice filing and comply with pasteurized milk ordinance requirements for dairy imports,Maintain documentation proving cheese meets 0406.10.88 criteria (low cow's milk fat/protein concentration)