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Grated Gruyere-Swiss Nacho Cheese Mix from Japan

Grated blend optimized for melting in nacho applications, combining Gruyere-process and Swiss. Classified 0406.20.83.00 for grated mixtures of these cheeses. High meltability for foodservice.

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

Melting point certificates help distinguish from process cheese spreads

Avoid quota overages by tracking calendar year imports per country

Declare exact blend ratios - CBP audits Swiss content claims frequently

Grated Gruyere-Swiss Nacho Cheese Mix from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.20.83.00