0406.20.71.00/Grated Colby Jack Cheese Blend/Japan

Grated Colby Jack Cheese Blend from Japan

A finely grated mixture of Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses processed from American-type Colby cheese, commonly used in Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes. It falls under HTS 0406.20.71.00 as grated cheese containing or processed from American-type cheese (Colby), excluding Cheddar, meeting the 'other' category for grated or powdered forms. The product is shelf-stable when packaged properly and provides meltable texture for toppings.

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

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Import Tips

• Obtain USDA import license as this falls under American-type cheese quotas (note 20); verify country-specific allocations like Australia/New Zealand

• Provide lab analysis confirming origin from Colby/washed curd (not Cheddar) and grated form; declare fat content accurately to avoid reclassification

• Ensure cold chain compliance (below 40°F) and proper labeling for grated cheese mixtures to prevent spoilage claims at entry