Grated Mozzarella Cheese for Pizza from Japan
Low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella specifically grated for commercial pizza production. Enters under HTS 0406.20.56.00 pursuant to General Note 15 provisions allowing quota-exempt grated cheese imports. Meets all grated cheese compositional requirements.
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
• Provide lab analysis confirming moisture content below 60% for low-moisture classification
• Include end-use statements specifying foodservice application to support quota exemption
• Avoid bulk packaging over 20kg which may trigger different quota considerations