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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.20.63Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If processed but under different fat content specs

Different milk fat thresholds change subheading within Chapter 4

0406.90.74Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If flavored or blended with other ingredients

Cheese mixtures or flavored varieties classified as other processed cheeses

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed bill of lading showing bulk shipment, not consumer packaging

Include laboratory analysis confirming cheddar cheese composition and fat content

Monitor quantitative restrictions if applicable under USMCA dairy provisions