Industrial Gouda Process Cheese from Japan
Processed Gouda cheese formulated for melting applications in food manufacturing, packaged in 40lb blocks. Enters under HTS 0406.30.44.00 pursuant to U.S. Note 20 for controlled imports of processed Edam/Gouda cheeses. Subject to country-specific tariff-rate quotas and licensing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
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
• Pre-apply for import license 30-60 days prior to arrival; provide manufacturer specs confirming emulsifier content and milkfat percentage; segregate from natural cheese shipments to avoid commingling