Canadian Fromage Frais from Germany
French-style fresh cheese (fromage frais) produced in Canada under strict HTS 0406.10.88 composition rules. Qualifies for USMCA preferential tariff 9823.04.11 as note 4(b)(2) Canadian good. Low-fat, high-moisture fresh cheese.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Laboratory certification required proving <0.5% cow's milk fat/protein concentration,Maintain production records showing no ripening/aging processes occurred,FDA import sampling common for fresh soft cheeses; ensure pathogen testing