Canadian Queso Blanco from Japan

Fresh white cheese made from pasteurized cow's milk using acid precipitation, falling under HTS 0406.90.92 fresh cheese classification. Enters under USMCA 9823.04.51 as qualifying Canadian product per subchapter note 4(b)(2). Crumbly texture ideal for Mexican cuisine.

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

• Document milk origin and acid coagulation method; secure USMCA certification of origin; label clearly as 'fresh cheese' to avoid misclassification