Pasteurized Processed Cheese Brick from Japan
Pasteurized and processed brick of cow's milk cheese, ready for retail slicing. Covered by HTS 0406.30.89.00 as processed cheese entered pursuant to note 16 quota for cow's milk.
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
• Include pasteurization records; ensure brick form not considered grated
• Confirm no added emulsifiers beyond allowed to match heading 0406 definition