Canadian Quark Cheese from Germany
Fresh acid/rennet cheese similar to German quark, made by specialty Canadian creameries. Qualifies for USMCA 9823.04.42 under note 4(b)(2)/subheading 0406.90.37 due to its characteristic creamy texture and short culturing period.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide pH testing results confirming fresh cheese parameters
• Use high-barrier films to prevent oxygen ingress during transit
• Maintain separate documentation for USMCA vs MFN dairy entries