Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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