Canadian Strained Yogurt Cheese Plain
Plain strained yogurt cheese produced from Canadian milk through fermentation and draining processes. Specifically provided for under HTS 9823.04.23 / 0406.20.87 as part of USMCA note 4(b)(2) dairy provisions for Canada. Qualifies for preferential tariff treatment subject to quota limits and origin certification requirements.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported in flavored or sweetened form
Flavored yogurt products classify under 0403.90 rather than yogurt cheese provisions
If containing fruit or other flavoring ingredients
Fruit-added yogurt cheese falls under flavored yogurt subheadings in 0406.10
If marketed primarily as ice cream mix or dairy preparation
Products intended for ice cream production or as dairy preparations classify under Chapter 21
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use CBP's ACE system to check real-time USMCA dairy quota availability before importing
• Include Certificate of Origin specifying note 4(b)(2) compliance and production facility details
• Ensure refrigerated transport maintains product below 4°C to preserve classification integrity
Related Products under HTS 9823.04.23
Canadian Yogurt Cheese 5% Milkfat
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Canadian Labneh 6% Fat Content
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Canadian Cream Cheese Spread 4.5% MF
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Canadian Quark Cheese 5.2% Milkfat
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