Gruyere Process Cheese Loaf from Japan
A block loaf of processed cheese produced from Gruyere-process cheese with added emulsifying salts, packaged for food service use under HTS 0406.30.83.00. It qualifies as 'other' processed cheese containing or processed from specified Swiss-type cheeses. Not suitable for grating due to its soft, spreadable texture after processing.
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%
Import Tips
• Confirm product meets Chapter 4 definition for processed cheese (no added fats beyond milk); declare exact milkfat percentage
• Watch for reallocation of unfilled quotas among eligible countries
• Ensure certification of Gruyere-process cheese base material