Bulk Processed Gruyere Cubes from Japan
Cubed processed Gruyere cheese packaged in large foodservice blocks for restaurant use, produced by emulsifying premium Gruyere curds. Classified in 0406.30.53.00 as 'other' Gruyere-process cheese, providing consistent melting for fondues and gratins. Meets all technical specifications for processed cheese in heading 0406.
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
• Bulk packaging requires additional phytosanitary certificates for dairy pathogens
• Verify against quota year calendar; new quotas reset January 1 annually