Mixed Processed Swiss-Type Cheese from Japan
Processed blend imitating Swiss cheese flavor and texture through emulsification. HTS 0406.30.95.00 for other processed mixtures not matching exact Emmentaler eye/non-eye quotas. Imitation through processing places it in general processed category.
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
• Avoid 'Swiss cheese' labeling to prevent 0406.90.46/68 quota confusion
• Composition certs must show emulsifiers proving processed nature