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Canadian Processed Brick Cheese from Japan

Semi-soft processed brick cheese produced from Canadian cow's milk, meeting HTS 0406.90.78 criteria for other cheese products. Qualifies for special USMCA duty treatment under 9823.04.48 as Canadian goods per note 4(b)(2). Known for mild flavor and excellent melting properties.

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

Maintain cold chain documentation throughout transit; provide detailed composition certificate; monitor USMCA cheese quota allocations carefully