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
26%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Leverage license exemption for 833k kg Canadian unpasteurized aged cheddar; provide aging certification
• Pitfall: pasteurized versions require full licensing