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0406.90.48.00/Norwegian Jarlsberg Cheese Blocks/Japan

Norwegian Jarlsberg Cheese Blocks from Japan

Semi-soft Norwegian Jarlsberg cheese with large characteristic eyes, made using Emmentaler methods but with milder flavor. Classified under HTS 0406.90.48 as other eye-formation Swiss/Emmentaler cheese. Popular for slicing and melting applications.

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

• Norway has specific TRQ allocation - apply early in quota year; provide cutting records from wheels to blocks

• Eye formation certification required from Norwegian dairy authorities