Canadian Swiss Cheese Powder from Japan
Powdered Emmental/Swiss cheese from Canadian qualifying dairy production. Meets 1901.90.36 (>5.5% butterfat) and USMCA 9823.04.54 requirements under note 4(b)(2). Used in fondues, sauces, and seasoning blends.
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
• Document hole formation process typical of Swiss cheese identity
• Ensure powder particle size specifications in commercial invoice
• Maintain cold chain documentation for quality assurance