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Dry Jack Process Cheese Bar from Japan

Processed bars from dry Monterey Jack (aged washed curd), HTS 0406.30.71.00 for other American-type processed products. Lower moisture allows grating while emulsified for spreadability.

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

Age certification required (>60 days typical for dry Jack); affects quota eligibility

Lower moisture verified via lab (under 80% like butter limits but cheese-specific)