Canadian Cream Cheese Spread Powder

Powdered cream cheese spread manufactured in Canada from Canadian dairy, classified under 0406.30.79 as processed cheese not elsewhere specified. USMCA-eligible under 9823.04.34 for Canadian goods per subchapter note 4(b)(2). Used in baking mixes and instant food products.

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.

0403.90.65.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If fermented or acidified during production

Yogurt cheese or fermented dairy products classified in chapter 04 heading 0403

2106.90.26.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If containing cream, milk, and sugar exceeding 3% milk solids

Compound dairy preparations with sweeteners fall under 2106

1702.90.40.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If significant sugar content relative to dairy solids

Sugar and dairy confections classified based on predominant sugar content

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain Canadian dairy origin certificate confirming 100% Canadian milk content for USMCA qualification

Provide commercial invoice detailing moisture content and fat percentage to confirm 0406.30.79 classification

Check for proper nitrogen content testing as required for processed cheese imports