Canadian Fromage Frais from Japan

French-style fresh cheese (fromage frais) made in Canadian dairies from cow's milk under HTS 0406.90.42. USMCA note 4(b)(2) provides special tariff treatment for qualifying Canadian dairy. Creamy texture used in desserts and cooking.

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%

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Import Tips

• Specify fresh/unripened status in commercial invoice for correct 0406.90.42 use

• Provide laboratory analysis confirming cheese composition

• Monitor USMCA dairy quota status before shipping large volumes