Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds
Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, specifically classified under HTS 0406.90.18 as fresh cheese (including whey cheese) with a fat content over 40% but not over 45% by weight. These qualify for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.04.40 as goods of Canada per subchapter note 4(b)(2). Produced in Canada meeting USMCA origin rules for dairy.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fat content 30% or less by weight
Cheese fat content determines specific 0406.90 subheading; lower fat moves to different statistical breakout
If processed into grated or powdered form
State of completion changes classification from fresh cheese to processed cheese preparations
If US-origin goods repaired/refinished in Canada
USMCA Chapter 98 provisions for US goods returned after foreign processing take precedence
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USMCA certification of origin from Canadian exporter; ensure cheese meets 0406.90.18 fat content specs; maintain refrigeration chain to preserve fresh status during transit
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Canadian Fresh Farmers Cheese
Unripened fresh cheese (farmer's cheese) from Canadian cow's milk, falling under 0406.90.18 due to 40-45% fat content. Qualifies for duty-free entry under USMCA 9823.04.40 as specified Canadian dairy per note 4(b)(2). Meets regional value content requirements of USMCA dairy rules.
Canadian Queso Fresco 42% Fat
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Canadian Whey Cheese 43% Fat
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Canadian Fresh Cottage Cheese 42.5% Fat
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