Canadian Blue Cheese Crumbles from China
Crumbled Canadian blue-veined cheese classified in HTS 0406.90.97 as other cheese. Qualifies under USMCA 9823.04.53 for Canadian dairy goods per note 4(b)(2). Processing into crumbles maintains other cheese classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit USMCA origin declaration confirming Canadian production under note 4(b)(2) for 9823.04.53
• Include lab analysis showing Penicillium roqueforti mold characteristic of blue cheese
• Prevent reclassification to 0406.90.54 by documenting crumble size under block specifications