Canadian Raw Milk Cheddar Aged 9+ Months from Japan
Cheddar cheese from Canada made from unpasteurized milk and aged at least 9 months, entered under HTS 0406.90.08 pursuant to note 18 without needing license up to 833,417 kg. This quota exception applies to certified natural Cheddar meeting strict aging and milk requirements.
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%
Import Tips
• Include Canadian government certification for unpasteurized milk and 9-month aging to qualify for license exemption; declare accurately to avoid quota penalties
• Pitfall: pasteurization disqualifies license-free entry