Canadian Pizza Cheese Blend Powder

Powdered cheese blend (mozzarella/provolone) for pizza applications, produced from Canadian milk meeting 0402.99.45 criteria for milk/whey solids mixture, qualifying for USMCA benefits under 9823.07.05 as specified Canadian dairy goods.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

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

Alternative Classifications

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

2106.90.48.00Lower: 7.5% vs 10%

If contains cheese substitutes or significant non-dairy additives

Blends with vegetable proteins/fats classified as compound food preparations

0405.20.30Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If butterfat content predominates

High fat content powders may classify as dairy spreads rather than cheese powders

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit detailed compositional analysis confirming 0402.99.45 classification at time of entry

Use USMCA Form for certification; retain production records showing Canadian milk sourcing

Avoid common pitfall of improper marking - must indicate Canadian origin clearly