Canadian Pressed Farmer's Cheese from Mexico
Fresh cheese lightly pressed to expel whey, produced across Canadian provinces under USMCA provisions. Classified 9823.04.42/note 4(b)(2) for subheading 0406.90.37 due to minimal ripening and high moisture retention.
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
• Record pressing weights and times for classification support
• Include shelf-life testing results in technical documentation
• Coordinate with CBP for expedited release under USMCA dairy lane