Canadian Farmers Cheese from Japan
Soft fresh cheese produced from whole cow's milk in Canada, falling under 0406.90.88 as other cheese nesoi. Qualifies for duty-free USMCA entry as Canadian-origin dairy meeting subchapter note 4(b)(2) requirements. Traditional pressed cheese used in Canadian cuisine.
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
• Include detailed production records showing Canadian milk sourcing and minimum regional value content
• Label clearly with country of origin and cheese type to prevent misclassification as processed cheese
• Monitor temperature control documentation for fresh cheese to meet FDA import requirements