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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%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Specify 'not creamed or processed' on entry documentation,Maintain 32-38°F temperature throughout cold chain,Provide Canadian dairy board production verification