Retail Processed Colby Cheese Wedges from Japan
Individually wrapped 8-ounce wedges of processed Colby cheese for grocery retail. Falls under HTS 0406.30.32.00 as processed Colby, not grated/powdered, entered pursuant to General Note 15 dairy quota system. Processing ensures extended shelf life and meltability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
• Include country-specific quota documentation from origin exporter
• Test for lactic-acid bacteria cultures per butter definition exclusion
• Pitfall: Retail packaging may trigger set classification if bundled