Canadian TVOROG (Farmer's Cheese) from Japan
Traditional Eastern European-style fresh cheese produced by Canadian immigrant dairies, classified under USMCA 9823.04.42. Meets note 4(b)(2) criteria for subheading 0406.90.37 with its characteristic dry, crumbly texture from slow draining.
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
• Document traditional production methods to support fresh cheese classification
• Use refrigerated containers with temperature data loggers for compliance
• Prepare for potential CBP cheese sampling at port of entry