Fourme d'Ambert Process Cheese Block from Japan
Bulk blocks of processed cheese from French Fourme d'Ambert blue-veined cheese, suitable for further manufacturing. Enters under 0406.30.61 quota for blue-mold processed cheeses per U.S. Note 17, not grated/powdered. Adheres to Chapter 4 exclusions for high-lactose or albumin products.
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
• Apply for quota license early in calendar year due to rapid EU fill rates
• Include fat/solids lab tests confirming Chapter 4 compliance
• Pitfall: bulk imports misdeclared as quota-exempt face penalties