0406.20.57.00/Roquefort Cheese Powder/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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