L'Etivaz Alpage Cheese from Japan
Seasonal Swiss L'Etivaz cheese made only in summer pastures using raw milk, developing large eyes characteristic of high-altitude Emmentaler production. AOP protected product under HTS 0406.90.48 for eye-formation Swiss variants. Smoky, complex flavor profile.
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
• Limited seasonal availability - plan quota applications accordingly; AOP paperwork essential
• Raw milk aging certificates required (>90 days)
• Special seasonal TRQ considerations