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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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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