0406.90.08/UK Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese Loaves/Japan

UK Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese Loaves from Japan

Artisanal farmhouse Cheddar loaves from the United Kingdom, eligible under HTS 0406.90.08 per additional U.S. note 18 quota of 895,948 kg. Classified as Cheddar cheese entered pursuant to quota provisions with traditional milkfat and production standards.

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

• Apply for USDA license confirming UK's quota share; provide lab analysis for milkfat content

• Common error: confusing with Stilton (quota-exempt if UK-origin blue cheese)