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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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)