Canadian Natural Rind Cheese from Japan
Canadian cheese with naturally developed rind, classified 0406.90.97. USMCA preferential via 9823.04.53 for note 4(b)(2) Canadian dairy. Natural rind aging process.
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 natural rind development (no wax coating) for proper classification
• Include humidity/temperature logs from Canadian aging caves
• Confirm wheel diameter avoids specific dimension subheadings