Fromage Blanc from Japan
French-style fresh cow's milk cheese similar to cream cheese but unripened, with tangy flavor for spreads. HTS 0406.10.88.00 covers this as other fresh cow's milk cheese excluding soft ripened types. Used in baking and cooking applications.
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
• Check EU-27 quota availability under Additional U.S
• Note 16 before shipping
• Document fat content (must exceed 0.5% butterfat to avoid low-fat quota)
• Ensure packaging prevents rind formation that could imply ripening