Fresh Quark Cheese from Japan
Quark is a fresh, unripened cow's milk cheese with creamy texture from cultured milk, not soft ripened. HTS 0406.10.84.00 applies to this quota-eligible fresh cheese per note 16, from countries like United Kingdom and Other specified areas.
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
• Provide production records showing no ripening process; check current quota balance via USDA; ensure packaging prevents rind formation during transit