Shredded-Free Processed Cheddar Wheels from Japan
Whole wheels of processed cheddar cheese, quota-eligible under U.S. Note 18, designed for slicing post-import without grating. This product is classified under 0406.30.24.00 for processed cheddar entered via specific dairy quotas.
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
• Confirm wheel format is not grated/powdered to stay in 0406.30; obtain prior USDA license approval
• Document milkfat ≥0.5% to meet cheese definition; beware quota exhaustion leading to higher duties