Organic Processed Cheddar Cheese from Japan
Processed cheddar from organic milk, emulsified in non-powdered blocks. Under HTS 0406.30.28.00 as other processed cheddar; organic certification doesn't alter tariff classification. Appeals to premium markets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Organic cert separate from tariff but needs USDA NOP alignment; quota unaffected by organic claim; dual labeling compliance