Crafted Norwegian Fløteost from Japan
Artisanal cream-enriched Gjetost from whey and high-fat cow milk, yielding a smooth, sliceable brown cheese for HTS 0406.90.25.00 other Gjetost. Meets Chapter 4 concentration criteria: 5%+ milkfat on dry matter, 70-85% dry matter, molded form.
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
• Apply for quota license via USTR-approved channels; no Mexico products allowed
• Certify against blue-mold or Cheddar exclusions
• Pitfall: bulk packaging may trigger set classification scrutiny