Fresh TVORog Cheese from Japan
Tvorog, or Russian farmer cheese, is fresh unripened curd from skimmed cow's milk, pressed lightly for firm texture. Under HTS 0406.10.95.00 as 'other' fresh cheese, not low-fat quota or ripened. Staple in Eastern European diets.
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
• Certify skim milk origin; monitor for low-fat reclassification risks
• Obtain triple-checked documentation for non-quota entry