Canadian Processed Cheese Powder

Spray-dried processed cheese powder from blended Canadian cheeses meeting USMCA milk qualifications. Classified under 1901.90.36 (>5.5% butterfat) and 9823.04.54 for duty-free entry as Canadian good per note 4(b)(2).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.10.68Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If imported as fresh processed cheese before drying

Pre-dehydration form classified as fresh cheese product

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide blending records showing all component milks from approved sources

Ensure pasteurization certificates accompany shipments

Label with country of origin and USMCA qualification statements

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Canadian Cheddar Cheese Powder

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Canadian Cream Cheese Powder

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Canadian Parmesan Cheese Powder

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Canadian Blue Cheese Powder

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Canadian Gouda Cheese Powder

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Canadian Mozzarella Cheese Powder

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