</>Build with Tariff Intelligence|Programmatic access to tariff calculations and HS code classification.Explore Developer Resources →

New Zealand Maasdam Eye Cheese from Japan

Maasdam-style cheese from New Zealand featuring large eyes like Dutch Gouda but qualifying as Emmentaler-type under 70,000 kg Australia/NZ allocation in Note 25. Fits due to eye formation from specific cultures.

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

Verify NZ dairy board certification; ship in climate-controlled reefers; declare under correct quota note to avoid rejection

New Zealand Maasdam Eye Cheese from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.90.46.00