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%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
• 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