Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from Japan
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.
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 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