Canadian Fromage Frais from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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