Colby Jack Process Cheese Block from Japan
Processed cheese block combining Colby and Monterey Jack (washed curd), classified in HTS 0406.30.71.00 for mixtures of American-type processed cheeses not grated. The marbled orange-white appearance comes from natural dye in Colby blended during processing.
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
• Check country-specific quotas (e.g
• Australia 1M kg limit); secure licenses early in calendar year
• Provide blending records showing exclusive use of American-type base cheeses per Chapter 4 notes