Organic Processed Colby Cheese from Japan
Processed Colby cheese certified organic from grass-fed cows, emulsified and packaged in 1 lb blocks. Enters under HTS 0406.30.34.00 pursuant to U.S. note 19 quota for processed American-type cheese.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include organic certification alongside USDA dairy license; verify no prohibited substances per chapter notes
• Common issue: organic claims don't exempt from quotas