Canadian Cream Cheese Spread from Japan
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 — 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 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