Grated Aged Cheddar Mix from Japan
Grated blend with processed aged Cheddar for premium sauces. HTS 0406.20.65.00 as Cheddar-processed grated under Note 18. Aging doesn't change classification.
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
• Aging proofs; quota license
• Humidity control
• Pitfall: fresh misclaim