Canadian Smoked Cheddar Logs from China
Naturally smoked Cheddar cheese logs, 41% milkfat, cold-smoked with maple wood, qualifying under HTS 0406.20.71 as flavored Cheddar. USMCA treatment under 9823.04.19 for Canadian dairy products per note 4(b)(2). Traditional Canadian smoking technique preserves pure cheese character.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Smoking process documentation distinguishing from chemical smoke flavoring,Ventilation requirements for transport to prevent moisture condensation,Avoid reclassification as 'processed cheese' by maintaining pure cheese composition