Canadian Cream Cheese Alternative from China
Fresh acid-set cheese from whole milk meeting 0406.90.92 criteria as unripened fresh cheese, qualifying for USMCA treatment under 9823.04.51 note 4(b)(2). Produced in Canada with regional value content meeting general note 11 requirements. Spreadable texture for bagels and baking.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Avoid confusion with processed cream cheese (Chapter 21); provide lab analysis confirming fresh cheese status; use refrigerated container shipping