0406.90.08.90/Artisanal Farmhouse Cheddar/Japan

Artisanal Farmhouse Cheddar from Japan

Handcrafted farmhouse Cheddar from small-batch milk, clothbound and aged in caves for unique terroir flavors. Classified HTS 0406.90.08.90 under note 18 as authentic Cheddar requiring quota license entry.

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

• Submit producer affidavits confirming farmhouse methods; check for TRQ over-quota rates (17%+)

• Ensure no dehydration classifying as 0402 dried milk

• Label country of origin clearly