Aged Emmentaler Deli Slices from Japan
Pre-sliced Emmentaler cheese aged 12+ months with well-developed eyes, packaged for deli counter sales. Classifies under HTS 0406.90.48 as other eye-formation Emmentaler not specifically provided for elsewhere. Vacuum-sealed for extended shelf life.
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
• Maintain cold chain from 2°C to 8°C throughout transport; vacuum packaging must preserve eye integrity
• Include aging certificates (>12 months) for quality verification
• Quota license based on country of origin allocation