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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fat content over 45% but not over 60%
Higher fat percentage shifts to adjacent 0406.90 statistical subheading
If containing only cow's milk and over 0.5% but not over 1% butterfat
Different milk composition and butterfat specs change primary classification
If described as 'of a type described in subheading 0406.30'
Certain fresh cheeses cross-referenced to processed cheese types move to 0406.10 series
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fat content lab analysis for 0406.90.18 compliance; use USMCA origin certificate; check FDA prior notice requirements for dairy imports
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