Low-Fat Mozzarella Process Cheese Block from Japan
Bulk block of processed mozzarella cheese containing 0.5% or less butterfat by weight, ideal for foodservice shredding. Fits HTS 0406.30.85.00 for other processed cheeses with minimal fat content, entered pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 23.
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
Import Tips
• Secure quota license from USDA before booking shipment
• Provide detailed composition specs excluding Mexico origin
• Watch for common pitfall of fat content mismeasurement leading to duty adjustments