Canadian Quesito Blanco from Japan
Quesito blanco is a soft white fresh cheese similar to queso fresco, made from Canadian cow's milk with 0.5-15% fat content, specifically under HTS 0406.20.91. Qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment via 9823.04.24 according to note 4(b)(2). Popular in Latin markets with mild flavor and crumbly texture.
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
• Obtain prior FDA import alert clearance for fresh cheese,Provide milk fat content certificate from accredited lab,Monitor USMCA dairy TRQ utilization rates monthly