0406.30.79.00/Processed Provolone Cheese Slices/Japan

Processed Provolone Cheese Slices from Japan

Pre-sliced processed cheese derived from Provolone, an Italian-type cheese, emulsified for better meltability without grating or powdering. Falls under 0406.30 for processed cheese, specifically 0406.30.79.00 as 'other' containing or processed from named Italian varieties. Excludes quota-preferred forms like original loaves.

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

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Import Tips

• Confirm emulsifier use complies with Chapter 4 notes excluding added emulsifiers in natural butter but allowed in processed cheese

• Provide certificate of analysis showing Italian-type cheese base

• Avoid quota overages by tracking aggregate limits for Italian cheeses (e.g

• EU 5,407,000 kg)