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Canadian Basket Cheese from Japan

Basket-molded fresh cheese from Canadian cow's milk with characteristic pattern, HTS 0406.90.42. USMCA eligible under note 4(b)(2) for Canadian origin dairy goods. Decorative scoring used in Mediterranean cuisine.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Photograph basket mold pattern for customs classification support

Ensure immediate refrigeration post-production per FDA guidelines

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