Canadian Cream Cheese Spread from Japan
Soft spreadable cheese made from cream and milk blends, produced in Canada under USMCA provisions for 0406.90.37. This product meets note 4(b)(2) requirements for duty-free Canadian dairy imports. Its high moisture content and spreadable texture define the specific HTS classification.
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
• Maintain 35°F or below temperature throughout supply chain per FDA import requirements
• Include nutritional analysis and allergen declarations on commercial invoices
• Confirm USMCA eligibility excludes US-origin milk processing to qualify under note 4(b)