Edam Cheese Wheels from Japan
Classic semi-hard Edam cheese produced from cow's milk, formed into characteristic spherical wheels weighing 1-2 kg each, with mild nutty flavor after ripening. Classified under HTS 0406.10.44.00 as fresh unripened Edam cheese entered pursuant to U.S. Note 20 quota provisions for Edam and Gouda types. Meets chapter requirements for cow's milk cheeses in original form without processing beyond basic curd formation.
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
• Obtain USDA import license required for Note 20 quota entry; verify origin eligibility (e.g
• Argentina 235K kg, EU 6.4M kg)
• Provide lab analysis confirming Edam characteristics and cow's milk composition
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring no ripening beyond fresh stage