Bulk Processed Cheddar for Food Service GN15 from Japan
Bulk packs of processed cheddar cheese in 40-pound blocks for food service industries, entered under GN15 provisions with low in-quota duties. Meets HTS 0406.30.22.00 as processed (emulsified) cheddar from quota-approved sources like New Zealand. Ideal for melting in burgers and sauces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Apply for import licenses via USDA early in quota year; include processing certificates showing emulsifier use
• Watch for weight allowances—no deductions for inedible coverings per U.S. notes