9823.04.14/Canadian Fromage Frais 8% Fat/Japan

Canadian Fromage Frais 8% Fat from Japan

Fromage frais (fresh cheese) produced in Canada with 8% milkfat, classified in HTS 0406.20.39 as fresh cheese without sugar coating. Meets USMCA 9823.04.14 criteria under note 4(b)(2) for Canadian dairy preferential treatment. This creamy fresh cheese requires cold chain throughout import.

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

• Canadian origin certification mandatory; temperature monitoring required; declare exact fat percentage accurately to prevent misclassification