Canadian Mycella Cheese from China
Proprietary Canadian soft cheese with mycella culture, classified under HTS 0406.90.42. Qualifies for USMCA tariff treatment under note 4(b)(2). Specialty fresh cheese for gourmet applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide culture specification and production method for classification
• Register proprietary name with customs for consistent future entries
• Monitor shelf life closely for fresh culture-dependent cheeses