Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds
Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, typically with a mild cheddar flavor, produced in Canada under USMCA provisions. Classified under HTS 0406.90.78 as a processed cheese product other than fresh cheese, qualifying for special duty treatment as Canadian-origin goods per note 4(b)(2). These curds are a staple in Canadian cuisine, often eaten fresh or used in poutine.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If lower fat content under 10% by weight
Cheese products with different fat content levels shift to adjacent subheadings within 0406.90 based on specific composition requirements
If considered fresh cheese for grated/shredded use
Processing state determines classification - fresh vs processed cheese moves between 0406.20 and 0406.90 headings
If US goods returned after Canadian processing
US-origin cheese processed in Canada qualifies for reimportation under Chapter 98 assembly provisions
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify USMCA origin certification from Canadian producer; provide commercial invoice detailing milk fat content and processing method; watch quota limits under note 4(b)(2) to avoid standard rates
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