Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds

Fresh cheese curds made from cheddar cheese, classified under HTS 0406.30.53 as processed cheese not put up for retail sale, originating from Canada under USMCA provisions 9823.04.29. These curds meet the specific requirements for Canadian goods in note 4(b)(2) with the necessary fat content and moisture levels for this subheading.

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.

0406.90.48Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If blended with other cheeses or ingredients

Cheese mixtures or preparations containing other dairy components fall under 0406.90 rather than pure processed cheddar

0406.30.63Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If packaged for retail sale

Retail-packaged processed cheese shifts from bulk 0406.30.53 to consumer packaging classification

0406.10.68Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If fresh/unprocessed cheddar

Unprocessed fresh cheddar cheese would classify under fresh cheese headings rather than processed

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USMCA origin certification from Canadian exporter; ensure product meets 0406.30.53 moisture/fat specifications; provide commercial invoice showing bulk packaging not for retail