Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds
Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, processed and cheddar-aged, meeting USMCA originating criteria for Canada under general note 11. Classified under HTS 0406.30.38 as cheddar cheese (not in original packaging) with specific fat content. These squeaky curds are a staple Canadian dairy product eligible for preferential tariff treatment.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically cheddar cheese
Cheese not meeting cheddar definition falls under other processed cheese provisions
If in consumer-ready original packaging
Consumer-packaged cheddar goes to different statistical suffix within same heading
If US goods repaired abroad and returned
US-origin goods temporarily exported for processing return under Chapter 98 repair provisions
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USMCA certificate of origin proving Canadian production under general note 11 requirements
• Maintain cold chain documentation; watch for FDA prior notice and dairy import licensing needs
Related Products under HTS 9823.04.27
Canadian Smoked Cheddar Wheels
Lightly smoked cheddar cheese wheels in bulk, retaining cheddar classification under 0406.30.38. Canadian USMCA originating goods qualify for quota duty-free treatment. Minimal smoke flavoring.
Canadian White Cheddar Block
Bulk blocks of white cheddar cheese produced in Canada from local milk, qualifying as USMCA originating goods. Falls under 0406.30.38 as industrial cheddar cheese not in retail packaging. Provides preferential duty treatment for Canadian dairy exports.
Canadian Aged Cheddar Wheels
Traditional 1-year aged cheddar cheese wheels from Canadian dairies, meeting USMCA origin rules. Classified 0406.30.38 as bulk cheddar for industrial use or repackaging. Enables duty-free entry under specific Canadian quota provisions.
Canadian Orange Cheddar Bulk
Annatto-colored orange cheddar cheese in bulk form from Canadian producers, USMCA eligible. HTS 0406.30.38 covers this industrial cheddar not in consumer packaging. Colorant doesn't affect classification.
Canadian Farmstead Cheddar Loaves
Artisanal farmstead cheddar produced entirely in Canada from farm-specific milk herds. Bulk loaves qualify under 0406.30.38 for USMCA preferential treatment per note 4(b)(2). Meets strict origin rules.
Canadian Medium Cheddar Slabs
Medium maturity cheddar cheese slabs for industrial shredding/processing, Canadian origin. Classified 0406.30.38 as bulk cheddar under USMCA Canadian dairy quota provisions. Consistent moisture/fat specs.