Canadian Farmers Cheese Curds from Japan
Fresh farmers-style cheese curds produced in Canada, classified under HTS 0406.20.39 as fresh cheese not in original loaves and without sugar coating. Qualifies for 9823.04.14 under USMCA provisions for Canadian dairy goods per note 4(b)(2). These curds are typically consumed fresh and meet fresh cheese criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide Canadian dairy export certificate; maintain cold chain documentation; ensure 'fresh cheese' status with production date within 30 days of export