Canadian Farmer's Cheese from Japan
Traditional Canadian farmer's cheese made from whole milk with 80-85% moisture content, properly classified under HTS 0406.90.68. This fresh cheese qualifies for USMCA Chapter 98 preferential treatment as a good of Canada under note 4(b)(2). Mild flavor suitable for spreading or cooking 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
• Maintain production records verifying moisture content and fresh cheese production timeline,Use CBP-approved USMCA certification format for seamless Chapter 98 entry processing,Implement HACCP plans documenting temperature control from production through import