Canadian Basket Cheese from Japan
Traditional Canadian basket cheese (fresh cheese molded in baskets), classified 0406.20.39 without sugar coating. Qualifies under USMCA 9823.04.14 per note 4(b)(2) for Canadian fresh cheese imports. The basket pattern is decorative, not functional packaging.
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
• Document traditional production method; ensure basket is integral to cheese not separate packaging; cold chain compliance required