Unripened Edam Farmer's Cheese from Japan
Fresh farmer-style Edam cheese, unripened and uncured with granular texture from traditional curd draining. Classified HTS 0406.10.48.00 as other fresh Edam per hierarchy excluding specific quota types. Produced without wax coating typical of aged Edam.
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
• Obtain prior USDA quota approval; track remaining balances as calendar year limits apply
• Provide producer certification confirming no ripening cultures or aging >48 hours
• Ensure packaging prevents rind formation during transit to maintain fresh classification