Canadian Cheddar Cheese Powder from Mexico
Dehydrated powder made from Canadian cheddar cheese produced from USMCA-origin milk, classified under 1901.90.36 as food preparations containing over 5.5% butterfat from cheese. This falls under HTS 9823.04.54 as a Canadian good qualifying for USMCA preferential treatment per note 4(b)(2). Ideal for use in snacks, sauces, and baking mixes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify Canadian origin documentation and USMCA certification to qualify for duty-free entry under 9823.04.54
• Ensure butterfat content exceeds 5.5% and product meets 1901.90.36 specifications with proper FDA prior notice
• Maintain records proving milk origin from listed 0406 subheadings for 5-year audit compliance