Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from Germany
Fresh cheese curds made from Canadian cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406.90.68 as a fresh cheese (not feta) with a moisture content exceeding 80 percent but not exceeding 85 percent. These squeaky curds are a staple Canadian dairy product produced under USMCA provisions for preferential tariff treatment. They qualify for Chapter 98 entry as goods of Canada meeting note 4(b)(2) requirements.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify USMCA origin certification and ensure product meets exact moisture content (80-85%) for 0406.90.68 classification,Maintain temperature-controlled documentation throughout cold chain to preserve fresh cheese status,Confirm compliance with FDA prior notice requirements and pasteurized milk ordinance standards