Canadian Fresh Mozzarella Curds from Germany
Canadian fresh mozzarella curds meeting HTS 0406.90.94 >80% moisture, USMCA note 4(b)(2) eligible. Pre-stretching curds sold fresh for artisanal cheese making. Distinct from finished mozzarella.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'curds - not stretched' on documentation to avoid mozzarella classification
• Provide acidification process records confirming fresh cheese status
• Use expedited clearance to minimize fresh cheese detention time