Canadian Strained Yogurt Cheese Plain from Japan
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.
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%
Import Tips
• 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