Canadian Cottage Cheese Curds from Japan
Large curd cottage cheese produced from skimmed milk by Canadian cooperatives, qualifying under USMCA 9823.04.42. Subheading 0406.90.37 per note 4(b)(2) reflects low-fat fresh cheese characteristics with minimal culturing time.
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%
Import Tips
• Provide creaming mixture composition if applicable for classification verification
• Maintain strict sanitation records for FSIS re-inspection eligibility
• Use ISF filing 48 hours prior for refrigerated dairy shipments