0406.30.95.00/Blended Processed Pimiento Cheese/Japan

Blended Processed Pimiento Cheese from Japan

Processed cheese blend with pimientos, cheddar base, and emulsifiers in block form. Falls under HTS 0406.30.95.00 as other processed cheese mixtures not elsewhere specified, including those with vegetable inclusions. Processed nature from melting and mixing distinguishes from fresh cheese.

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

• List all inclusions (pimientos) on entry docs; vegetable content shouldn't exceed to avoid Chapter 20

• USDA grading certificate often required for quota eligibility under cheese notes