Canadian Farmer's Cheese from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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