Canadian Cream Cheese Spread from Germany
Fresh cream cheese spread classified under 0406.90.12 when meeting fresh cheese criteria. Canadian production qualifying under USMCA note 4(b)(2). Spreadable texture for bagels and baking.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify spread meets fresh cheese moisture/fat specs for 0406.90.12
• USMCA origin declaration must reference specific note 4(b)(2)
• Pasteurization records required for FDA entry clearance