Frying Goya Cheese Balls from Japan
Round balls of fresh Goya cheese from cow's milk, designed for high-heat frying, developing a crispy exterior while remaining creamy inside, popular in Latin American cuisine. Classified under HTS 0406.90.33.00 as other Goya cheese due to its specific variety status among non-loaf, non-quota other cheeses. Meets fresh cheese criteria without added emulsifiers or exceeding butterfat limits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
21.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm quota eligibility and secure USDA import license prior to shipment; label with exact milkfat percentage
• Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest industrial use
• Test for lactic cultures to ensure natural butter definition compliance