Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from Mexico
Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406.90.92 as a fresh cheese (neither renneted nor acidified) other than cottage cheese. This product qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment as a good of Canada under note 4(b)(2) to subchapter XXII when meeting origin rules in general note 11. Typically consumed fresh or lightly salted, these curds squeak when chewed.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain USMCA certificate of origin proving Canadian origin under general note 11; verify product meets 0406.90.92 fresh cheese criteria; maintain refrigeration chain documentation to prevent spoilage claims