Gruyere-Style Process Cheese Slices from Japan
Pre-sliced processed cheese mimicking traditional Gruyere flavor profile, made from emulsified non-eye Emmentaler-type cheese per U.S. Note 22 quota provisions. Imported in bulk for repackaging, with allocations for countries like Switzerland and EU. Classified in 0406.30.51.00 specifically for quota-eligible Gruyere-process cheeses not grated or powdered.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use official government certification for age/composition if claiming specific exemptions; declare exact quota subheading at entry to avoid reclassification; track USTR reallocations for unfilled quotas