Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds
Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, classified under subheading 0406.90.45 as a fresh cheese other than cottage cheese. This product falls under HTS 9823.07.02 as a good of Canada under USMCA provisions, subject to quantitative limits in U.S. note 7(b). These curds are typically consumed fresh and squeak when chewed.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed or containing added ingredients
Cheese products with added flavors, fruits, or nuts fall under different statistical suffixes
If fresh mozzarella-style cheese
Fresh cheeses of specific types like mozzarella have separate subheadings
If USMCA goods assembled in Canada from US components
USMCA assembly operations may qualify under Chapter 98 transformation provisions
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify product qualifies as originating good of Canada under USMCA general note 11 with proper certification
• Monitor quantitative limits in U.S. note 7(b) - obtain import licenses if required for quota entry
• Ensure FDA prior notice filing and temperature-controlled shipping for fresh cheese products
Related Products under HTS 9823.07.02
Canadian Plain Yogurt 4% MF
Plain yogurt containing 4% milkfat, classified under subheading 0403.90.55 as yogurt not in immediate packing for retail sale. This Canadian-origin product enters under USMCA HTS 9823.07.02 subject to specified quantitative limits for subheading 0403.90.55. Bulk packaging for further processing or institutional use.
Canadian Cream Cheese Spread
Soft cream cheese spread made from cow's milk, classified under subheading 0406.90.95. Product of Canada qualifying for USMCA preferential treatment under HTS 9823.07.02, subject to quantitative limitations specified in U.S. note 7(b). Used in baking and food service applications.
Canadian Bulk Sour Cream
Sour cream in bulk packaging over 1.4 kg, classified under subheading 0403.90.45. Canadian dairy product entering under USMCA provisions of HTS 9823.07.02 subject to quantitative limits in U.S. note 7(b). Intended for commercial food manufacturing use.
Canadian Fresh Mozzarella Curd
Fresh mozzarella cheese curd for further processing, classified under subheading 0406.10.90. Qualifies as good of Canada under USMCA HTS 9823.07.02 subject to U.S. note 7(b) quantitative restrictions. Exported in bulk for cheese pulling and finishing.