Processed Smoked Cheddar Cheese Block from Japan
Processed cheddar cheese block with natural smoke flavoring, emulsified base not in grated form. Classified under HTS 0406.30.28.00 as other processed cheddar, where smoking is a permitted culture per butter notes. Popular for charcuterie.
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
• Validate smoke as harmless lactic culture equivalent; check for quota eligibility excluding Mexico; temperature-controlled shipping mandatory