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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document exact milk fat percentage on commercial invoice; ensure refrigerated transport; verify quota availability before shipping large volumes