Canadian Basket Cheese from Japan
Basket cheese gets its distinctive pattern from traditional woven baskets used during draining, made from cow's milk with 0.5-15% milk fat, falling under HTS 0406.20.91. This qualifies for duty-free USMCA treatment under 9823.04.24 as a Canadian good per note 4(b)(2). The fresh cheese has a slightly tangy flavor and unique appearance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide photos/documentation of traditional basket molding process,Ensure sanitary packaging prevents contamination during transit,Verify importer has active FDA facility registration