Grated Edam Cheese for Sauce Manufacturing from Japan
Industrial-grade grated Edam cheese processed into uniform powder for instant sauce bases in food factories. HTS 0406.20.75.00 covers this as grated 'other' containing Edam, bulk for B2B use. Provides mild, nutty base without clumping.
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
• Secure triple quota verification (Edam/Gouda, general dairy); provide processing flowcharts
• Use nitrogen-flushed packaging for shelf life
• Beware reclassification if particle size not 'grated/powdered'