Canadian Traditional Cheddar Drums from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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