0406.30.71.00/Farmer's Cheese Process Spread/Japan

Farmer's Cheese Process Spread from Japan

Spreadable processed version of granular farmer's cheese, classified in HTS 0406.30.71.00 for other American-type processed cheeses including mixtures. Designed for direct table use with smooth emulsified texture.

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%

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Import Tips

• Distinguish from butter/dairy spreads in 0405; cheese must maintain >5% dry matter fat

• Require halal/kosher certifications if targeting U.S. markets; document bacterial cultures

• Avoid declaring under low-fat quotas (AUSN 23); test butterfat precisely