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0406.90.14.00/Belgian Edam Cheese Block/Japan

Belgian Edam Cheese Block from Japan

Mild, smooth Edam cheese produced in Belgium from cow's milk, vacuum-packed in 5kg blocks with subtle salty flavor suitable for slicing. Entered under HTS 0406.90.14.00 pursuant to General Note 15 for quota-controlled Edam/Gouda imports from EU-27 countries. Meets definition as other unmixed cheese in heading 0406.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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Import Tips

• Apply for import license through USDA portal before shipment; include commercial invoice detailing cheese type and weight

• Watch for quota exhaustion leading to higher over-quota duties

Belgian Edam Cheese Block from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.90.14.00