Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from Japan
Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406.90.88 as other cheeses not elsewhere specified with specific fat content. These qualify for USMCA preferential treatment as originating goods of Canada per subchapter note 4(b)(2). Produced through traditional Canadian cheesemaking processes meeting USMCA rules of origin.
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
• Obtain USMCA Certificate of Origin from Canadian producer documenting regional value content requirements
• Verify cheese meets 0406.90.88 fat content specifications and provide lab analysis if requested by CBP
• Maintain records proving Canadian milk origin and processing to avoid reclassification under general dairy provisions