Cheddar Cheese Powder for Snacks from Japan
Specialty powdered Cheddar cheese designed for snack seasoning, qualifying under Cheddar TRQ note 18. Classified in HTS 0406.20.31.90 as powdered cheese 'other' for quota entry. Provides intense flavor for cheese-flavored products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Validate powder particle size meets grated/powdered specs; secure quota license before vessel loading; test for moisture content per chapter butter standards