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%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
• 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