Canadian Farmers Cheese from Germany
Unripened fresh farmers cheese from Canadian cow's milk with over 80% moisture, qualifying under HTS 0406.90.94 and USMCA note 4(b)(2) for Canadian dairy TRQ. This soft, mild cheese is sold fresh for immediate consumption. High moisture content prevents ripening classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide laboratory analysis confirming moisture exceeds 80% for proper 0406.90.94 classification
• Include USMCA dairy TRQ documentation showing allocation under Canada's specific limits
• Maintain cold chain documentation to prevent quality deterioration during transit