Canadian Fresh Quark Cheese from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• USMCA origin declaration required; ensure product remains fresh (no culturing); proper sanitary certificates for dairy import clearance