Powdered Washed Curd Cheese for Nachos from Japan
Fine powder derived from washed curd American-type cheese, spray-dried for use in nacho cheese sauces and snacks. Classified under HTS 0406.20.71.00 as powdered cheese processed from American-type varieties (washed curd), distinct from Cheddar. Ideal for industrial food manufacturing due to long shelf life and easy reconstitution.
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
• Confirm powder moisture content <5% via certificate of analysis; exceeds may reclassify as fresh cheese
• Check TRQ eligibility under note 20 for American-type; Mexico-origin prohibited—use alternative HTS if applicable
• Document spray-drying process to prove 'processed from' American-type cheese compliance