Colby Jack Process Cheese Blend from Japan
Processed cheese blend combining Colby and Monterey Jack (American-style), qualifying under note 19 as containing American-type cheese components. Produced by melting and emulsifying qualifying base cheeses, entered pursuant to quota provisions. This subheading governs such mixtures not grated or powdered.
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
• Document precise cheese blend composition showing predominant American-type content; obtain quota license specifying note 19 provisions; avoid Mexican dairy components ineligible for quota