Canadian Cottage Cheese (Low Fat) from Mexico
Low-fat cottage cheese with 0.5-15% milk fat from Canadian dairies falls under HTS 0406.20.91 as fresh cheese nesoi. Qualifies for USMCA duty-free treatment under 9823.04.24 per subchapter note 4(b)(2). The fresh cheese has characteristic curds and creamy texture.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'not creamed or processed' on entry documentation,Maintain 32-38°F temperature throughout cold chain,Provide Canadian dairy board production verification