0406.10.38.00/Pot Cheese Container/Japan

Pot Cheese Container from Japan

Small-curd fresh pot cheese, traditional American granular type stored in pots, remains uncured. HTS 0406.10.38.00 for other fresh granular/washed American cheese varieties.

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%

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Import Tips

• Pot packaging doesn't change fresh classification—document curd origin

• Prevent moisture loss claims affecting weight declarations

• Cross-check against low-fat quotas if skim milk based