Canadian Queso Fresco from Germany
Traditional fresh Mexican-style cheese produced in Canada, classified under 0406.90.12. Qualifies under USMCA note 4(b)(2) for Canadian fresh cheese imports. Crumbly texture used in Mexican cuisine, made from cow's milk.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming <80% moisture content for 0406.90.12 classification
• USMCA documentation must specify note 4(b)(2) provision applicability
• Refrigerated container requirements mandatory for fresh cheese import