0406.30.73.00/Processed Edam Cheese Spread/Japan

Processed Edam Cheese Spread from Japan

A creamy processed cheese spread made from Edam cheese, blended with emulsifiers to achieve a smooth, spreadable texture suitable for crackers and bread. It falls under HTS 0406.30.73.00 as processed cheese containing Edam, entered under the quota provisions of additional U.S. note 20 for Edam and Gouda type cheeses. This subheading covers non-grated, non-powdered processed cheese mixtures derived from these specific varieties.

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

• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required for quota provisions in note 20; verify cheese composition documentation proves Edam origin; avoid misclassification by confirming not grated/powdered