Roquefort Cheese Powder from Japan
Powdered form of authentic Roquefort cheese, spray-dried for use in sauces and dressings. Classified under HTS 0406.20.57.00 because it's powdered cheese processed from Roquefort, explicitly listed in the subheading for grated/powdered forms of specific cheese varieties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Check for blue-mold quota limits under Additional U.S
• Note 23; provide lab analysis confirming Roquefort origin and minimal lactose content; ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption during transit