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%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 tvorog meets fresh cheese moisture specifications
• Cultural naming conventions require clear HTS description
• Temperature logger data required for entire transport chain