Canadian Basket Cheese

Fresh basket-molded cheese classified under 0406.90.12. Canadian production under USMCA note 4(b)(2) provisions. Textured fresh cheese with distinctive pattern.

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.

0406.90.84Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If considered different fresh cheese variety

Production characteristics affect statistical suffix

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Import Tips & Compliance

Molding pattern documentation may be requested for verification

Fresh cheese import bond may be required for perishables

Expedited FDA review needed due to short shelf life

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