0406.30.83.00/Swiss Process Cheese Slices/Japan

Swiss Process Cheese Slices from Japan

Pre-sliced processed cheese made from Emmentaler cheese blended with emulsifiers, meeting the specific fat and moisture requirements for processed cheese under HTS 0406.30. It contains or is processed from Swiss or Emmentaler cheeses but is not grated or powdered. This classification applies to retail-packaged slices suitable for sandwiches.

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 due to quota restrictions on Swiss/Emmentaler processed cheeses; verify country-specific allocations (e.g

• EU-27 limits)

• Provide lab analysis confirming Emmentaler origin and emulsifier content

• No weight allowance for inedible packaging