Leicestershire Stilton Processed Wedges from Japan
Processed Stilton cheese from Leicestershire, UK, portioned into retail wedges with blue marbling, meeting exact criteria for heading 0406 processed cheese. Enters under HTS 0406.30.05.00 as UK Stilton described in note 24, quota-free.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit origin documentation from UK Stilton Cheese Makers' Association; declare under note 24 for quota exemption
• Ensure wedges are not grated to stay in non-powdered subheading
• Watch for contamination issues common in blue cheeses