Canadian Cream Cheese Spread from Japan
Spreadable cream cheese produced in Canada meeting HTS 0406.90.68 specifications for fresh cheese (80-85% moisture). Qualifies for duty-free USMCA treatment under Chapter 98 note 4(b)(2) as a Canadian dairy product. Smooth texture ideal for bagels and baking applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Laboratory certification of moisture content essential for 0406.90.68 tariff classification,Verify Canadian processing facility registration with FDA dairy import system,Maintain bill of lading temperature records proving cold chain integrity