9823.04.53/Canadian Artisan Cheese Blend/Japan

Canadian Artisan Cheese Blend from Japan

Mixed Canadian artisan cheeses not fitting specific categories, HTS 0406.90.97. USMCA benefits through 9823.04.53 for qualifying Canadian origin goods. Blend characteristics place in residual cheese subheading.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide detailed composition breakdown justifying 0406.90.97 over specific cheese types

• Maintain segregation records showing Canadian origin of all component cheeses

• Document artisan production methods avoiding industrial processed cheese classification