Processed Smoked Gouda Cubes from Japan
Processed Gouda cheese cubes with natural smoke flavoring, emulsified for uniformity. HTS 0406.30.48.00 includes this 'other' smoked variant of processed Edam/Gouda under dairy quotas.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify smoke treatment doesn't alter to 'preserved' status; declare as processed cheese only
• Provide smoke source documentation; artificial vs natural affects FDA labeling compliance