New Zealand Grass-Fed Cheddar Slices from Japan
Pre-sliced Cheddar from 100% grass-fed New Zealand cows, qualifying under largest Note 18 allocation of 8,200,000 kg for HTS 0406.10.24.00. Fresh unripened Cheddar entered pursuant to quota in consumer-ready slices. Higher omega-3 profile from pasture diet.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Largest quota allocation favors NZ; still requires license and quota certificate from exporter
• Shelf-life critical for sliced; provide accelerated stability data meeting FDA dairy standards
• Slice thickness affects classification; uniform slices under 0406.10, irregular crumbs to 0406.20