9823.04.49/Canadian Pressed Cottage Cheese/Japan

Canadian Pressed Cottage Cheese from Japan

Pressed cottage cheese variety from Canada with 35-45% fat meeting 0406.90.84 requirements. Enters US under HTS 9823.04.49 USMCA provisions for note 4(b)(2) Canadian dairy. Distinct from standard creamed cottage.

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%

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Import Tips

• Specify pressed processing method vs standard cottage; provide USMCA note 4(b)(2) documentation; ensure compliance with FDA Grade A milk requirements