Canadian Fresh Chevre Curds from Japan
Canadian goat milk fresh chevre curds meeting HTS 0406.90.94 moisture >80% criteria. USMCA Canadian dairy TRQ eligible under note 4(b)(2). Tangy flavor profile typical of fresh goat cheese production.
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
• Document goat milk sourcing and acid coagulation process for classification support
• Comply with FSMA Foreign Supplier Verification Program requirements
• Test for listeria given fresh cheese higher risk profile