Canadian Mozzarella Cheese Powder from China
Dehydrated mozzarella cheese powder manufactured in Canada for food processing, falling under 0402.99.45 as it contains the requisite mixture of milk and whey solids, eligible for duty-free entry under USMCA 9823.07.05 per Canadian goods provisions in note 7(b)(2).
Duty Rate — China → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure product labeling clearly indicates Canadian origin and cheese powder composition for CBP examination
• Provide manufacturer's declaration confirming compliance with 0402.99.45 compositional standards
• Monitor USMCA dairy TRQ limits under note 7(b)(2) to avoid exceeding preferential quantities