Canadian Double Cream Cheese from Japan
Rich double cream cheese with high milk fat content produced from Canadian dairy, classified under 0406.90.78 for processed cheese products. Enters under USMCA 9823.04.48 as qualifying Canadian goods per note 4(b)(2). Popular for baking and spreading 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
• Document exact milk fat percentage on commercial invoice; ensure refrigerated transport; verify quota availability before shipping large volumes