0406.30.49.00/Deli-Style Gruyere Process Cheese/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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