0406.90.12.00/Lancashire Cheddar Cracked Pepper/Japan

Lancashire Cheddar Cracked Pepper from Japan

Lancashire-style Cheddar with embedded cracked black peppercorns for spicy contrast, molded in 1 kg blocks. HTS 0406.90.12.00 flavored 'other' Cheddar.

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

• Peppercorns must be minor flavoring (<5% weight typically)

• Sterilization certificates for embedded spices

• Avoid 'preparation' classification by maintaining cheese base >95%