Canadian Cream Cheese Powder from China
Powdered cream cheese derived from Canadian milk qualifying under specified 0406 subheadings, meeting 1901.90.36 butterfat requirements. Classified under HTS 9823.04.54 for USMCA duty-free treatment as Canadian dairy preparation per note 4(b)(2). Used in bakery fillings, dips, and seasoning blends.
Duty Rate — China → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide dairy export certificate confirming milk origin from approved 0406 HTS codes
• Label clearly as 'cheese powder' to avoid reclassification as flavoring under 2106
• Comply with FDA import alert requirements for powdered dairy products