Canadian Fresh Curd Cheese from China
Fresh curd cheese is the basic cheese product drained from whey but not pressed or ripened, made from cow's milk with 0.5-15% fat, under HTS 0406.20.91. Canadian production qualifies for duty-free USMCA entry under 9823.04.24 per note 4(b)(2) provisions. Minimal processing preserves fresh milk flavor.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document minimal processing to confirm fresh cheese status,Use insulated reefer containers with temperature recorders,Include commercial specs sheet with milk composition data