0406.20.89.00/Powdered Gouda Cheese Mix/Japan

Powdered Gouda Cheese Mix from Japan

Spray-dried powdered blend including Gouda cow's milk cheese for use in dips and processed foods. HTS 0406.20.89.00 applies to this 'other' grated/powdered mixture under note 16, separate from Edam/Gouda specific quotas. Popular in snack manufacturing.

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%

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Import Tips

• Apply for license via USDA portal; specify note 16 and country (e.g

• Netherlands via EU)

• Ensure packaging labels origin and milk type for FDA prior notice