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Powdered Roquefort Cheese for Cooking from Japan

Pure powdered Roquefort cheese packaged for culinary use in sauces and dressings. Meets exact definition of grated/powdered Roquefort under HTS 0406.20.10.00 as blue-veined sheep's milk cheese from designated French appellation. Retains authentic tangy flavor profile.

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 calendar year quota status via USDA Foreign Agricultural Service before shipping

Label as 'grated Roquefort cheese' not 'cheese powder' to avoid reclassification

Refrigerated container mandatory; temperature logs required for FDA entry