Provolone Cheese Powder from Japan
Spray-dried Provolone cheese granules for processed cheese and sauces. Classified 0406.20.56.00 pursuant to General Note 15 for grated Italian-type cheeses. Smoking process optional in powder form.
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
• Specify stretched-curd pasta filata process in manufacturing description
• Test pH range 5.2-5.4 confirming proper fermentation
• Avoid smoking declaration unless verified by chemical analysis