9823.04.14/Canadian Fresh Quark Cheese/Japan

Canadian Fresh Quark Cheese from Japan

Fresh quark cheese made in Canada, classified under 0406.20.39 as fresh cheese (whey cheese) without sugar. Qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.04.14 per note 4(b)(2) for specific Canadian cheeses. Quark is a fresh acid-set cheese popular in dairy exports.

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%

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Import Tips

• USMCA origin declaration required; ensure product remains fresh (no culturing); proper sanitary certificates for dairy import clearance