Aged Reserve Grated Cheddar from Japan
Premium grated cheddar aged 18+ months, grated post-aging for crumbly texture and complex nutty flavors. HTS 0406.20.33.00 captures this sharp grated cheddar, excluding concentrated whey products per chapter exclusions.
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
• Age certification documents prevent fresh cheese misclassification
• Test dry matter (≥70% if whey-concentrated) to avoid 0406 cheese test failure
• Prioritize New Zealand/Australia suppliers for quota reliability