Processed Monterey Jack Cheese Slices from Japan
Pre-sliced emulsified processed Monterey Jack cheese for sandwiches. HTS 0406.30.56.00 covers this as other processed cheese under General Note 15 provisions. Excludes grated forms and meets processed cheese composition rules.
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
• Label slices clearly as processed to distinguish from natural; ensure entry docs reference General Note 15 quota
• Pitfall: over 95% lactose whey content shifts classification