Canadian Dry Cottage Cheese from Mexico
Low-moisture cottage cheese with minimal creaming, made for longer shelf life by Prairie province producers. Qualifies USMCA 9823.04.42/note 4(b)(2)/0406.90.37 based on fresh cheese definition despite extended drain time.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document extended draining process to distinguish from aged cheeses
• Include microbial testing results for extended shelf life claims
• Use refrigerated LTL service for cost-effective smaller shipments