Canadian Quark Cheese from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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