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Canadian Monterey Jack Cheese Powder from Japan

Spray-dried Monterey Jack cheese powder from Canadian milk meeting strict USMCA origin rules. Falls under 1901.90.36 butterfat requirements and 9823.04.54 duty-free provision via note 4(b)(2). Perfect for Mexican cuisine applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify wax-free processing suitable for powder production

• Include flow agent declarations if used in manufacturing

• Prepare Spanish/English labeling for bilingual import requirements