Canadian Mozzarella Cheese Powder from Japan
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 — 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
• 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