Deli-Style Gruyere Process Cheese from Japan
Counter-ready processed Gruyere cheese blocks for deli counters, entered under 0406.30.49 via General Note 15. Emulsified from natural Gruyere meeting strict fat/solids criteria, not in grated form.
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
• Use official government certification for quota eligibility; test for maximum 2% milk solids-not-fat if butter-derived; declare as process cheese to prevent fresh cheese duties