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Canadian Traditional Cheddar Drums from China

Cheddar cheese packed in 640-lb food-grade drums for bulk import, qualifying Canadian USMCA goods. HTS 0406.30.38 applies to industrial packaging formats. Traditional cloth-bound production methods.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Drum specifications must show industrial, not consumer packaging

• LINER bag documentation for food safety compliance

• Quota entry timing critical due to annual limits