Canadian Aged Processed Cheddar GN15 from Japan
Aged processed cheddar from Canada, emulsified after aging, entered under GN15 (no license needed if unpasteurized aged 9+ months per notes). Fits 0406.30.22.00 as processed cheddar per general note 15. Premium for charcuterie.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
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
• Leverage license exemption for 833k kg Canadian unpasteurized aged cheddar; provide aging certification
• Pitfall: pasteurized versions require full licensing