9823.04.39/Canadian TVOROG Fresh Cheese/Japan

Canadian TVOROG Fresh Cheese from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Verify tvorog meets fresh cheese moisture specifications

• Cultural naming conventions require clear HTS description

• Temperature logger data required for entire transport chain