Canadian Paneer Cheese 38% MF from Germany
Pressed fresh cheese similar to Indian paneer, containing 38% milkfat, manufactured in Canada from local milk. Falls under 0406.90.54 as cheese not elsewhere specified and qualifies for USMCA tariff preference through 9823.04.45 per Canadian goods note 4(b)(2).
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Maintain production records showing Canadian milk origin for USMCA qualification,Obtain cheese composition certificate verifying no prohibited additives for FDA clearance,File entry with specific 9823.04.45 citation and reference underlying 0406.90.54 classification