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Canadian Farmers Cheese 37% MF from Japan

Soft fresh cheese from Canadian dairy farms with 37% milkfat, qualifying under USMCA as originating goods. Falls under HTS 9823.04.41 referencing 0406.90.32 for Canadian cheeses meeting precise fat/moisture specs. Provides preferential duty treatment for qualifying North American dairy.

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

• Include detailed fat content analysis from accredited Canadian dairy laboratory

• Use refrigerated containers maintaining 34-38°F throughout transit

• File FDA Dairy Import License application minimum 5 days prior to arrival