American-Style Granular Process Spread from Japan
Spreadable processed cheese made from granular cheese base, qualifying under additional U.S. note 19 for American-type processed cheeses. Contains the required milkfat and solids-not-fat within process cheese norms, entered via quota license. This subheading specifically covers such quota-provision imports.
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
• Classify as process cheese only if meets emulsified dairy composition (no butter substitutes); declare under correct quota note to avoid penalties; verify no prohibited Mexican origin