Homestyle Chongos in Tin from Japan
Homestyle chongos in tin are fresh unripened cheese curds packed in airtight tins with syrup, preserving their soft texture. Classified in HTS 0406.10.04.00 as chongos pursuant to U.S. note 16, which governs quota entries for such fresh cheeses. The canning does not alter its fresh classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
• Declare net weight excluding tin per U.S. note 8; ensure no emulsifiers added (per butter definition analogy); file FDA prior notice 72 hours ahead