Canadian Pot Cheese 10% MF from Japan
Traditional pot cheese produced in Canada containing 10% milkfat, eligible for USMCA treatment via 9823.04.12. Falls within HTS 0406.20.28 under Canadian dairy note 4(b)(2). Made by direct acidification without rennet.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify acidification process (no rennet) in production documentation,Provide milkfat analysis certificate from accredited Canadian laboratory,Monitor USMCA quota utilization rates for this specific cheese category