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

22%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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