0406.30.91.00/Processed Mozzarella String Cheese/Japan

Processed Mozzarella String Cheese from Japan

Pull-apart string cheese sticks made from processed Mozzarella, cow's milk base with emulsifiers for stretchy texture. HTS 0406.30.91.00 covers this as other processed cheese containing cow's milk, distinct from fresh Mozzarella. Popular kids' snack product.

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

• Label as 'processed' vs 'natural' to distinguish from fresh cheese headings; moisture content key

• Apply for quota share under Note 16; track country-specific limits (e.g

• EU max)