Canadian Processed Cheese Food Powder from Japan
Dehydrated processed cheese food powder manufactured in Canada, classified 0406.30.79. Qualifies for USMCA 9823.04.34 treatment as Canadian dairy product. Widely used in instant macaroni mixes and snack foods.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify compliance with US FDA standards for cheese food vs cheese
• Provide detailed formulation showing emulsifying salts content
• Use silica gel packs in shipping containers to control humidity