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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.90.48Higher: 20% vs 12.5%

If processed cheese preparation

Products containing emulsifiers classified as processed cheese

0403.90.45Higher: 20% vs 12.5%

If fermented milk product

Certain soft cheese spreads may classify as fermented milk

2106.90.72Higher: 28.5% vs 12.5%

If contains vegetable fats

Blends with non-dairy fats fall under food preparations

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide laboratory analysis confirming product composition

• Check quota status with CBP before arranging shipments

• Include USMCA certificate of origin with commercial invoice