Canadian TVOROG Fresh Cheese from Germany
Russian-style tvorog (farmer cheese) produced in Canada, HTS 0406.90.12. USMCA note 4(b)(2) eligible fresh cheese import. Traditional Eastern European fresh cheese.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify tvorog meets fresh cheese moisture specifications
• Cultural naming conventions require clear HTS description
• Temperature logger data required for entire transport chain