Canadian Farmers Cheese from Japan
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 — 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
• 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