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