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0406.90.42.00/Sbrinz Grated Cheese/Japan

Sbrinz Grated Cheese from Japan

Sbrinz is a hard, granular cow's milk cheese from Switzerland, aged over 18 months for intense flavor, often grated for cooking. Classified in HTS 0406.90.42.00 as 'other' Italian-type cheeses (Sbrinz specifically named), made from cow's milk in non-loaf presentation. Fits quota provisions for such granular varieties.

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

• Verify AOP certification for authentic Sbrinz; ensure dry matter and moldability don't trigger cheese concentration rules; quota tracking essential for Swiss exports

Sbrinz Grated Cheese from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.90.42.00