Cumin Gouda Cheese Wheel from Japan
Full wheel of Gouda embedded with cumin seeds, aromatic and savory. HTS 0406.90.18.00 as flavored 'other' Edam/Gouda; seeds integral not preparation. Milkfat 80-95% range excluded from butter substitutes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Quantify cumin <5% to stay in cheese heading
• Reference AUSN 14 for aggregate limits
• Certify harmless cultures only