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Rindless Eye Swiss Cheese Blocks from Japan

Emmentaler cheese with fully developed eyes, rind removed and vacuum-packed in block form for processing. Still classified HTS 0406.90.48 as eye-formation Swiss cheese despite rind removal. Preferred by industrial users.

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

Document rind removal process to avoid weight disputes; eye formation photos required

No weight allowance for removed rinds per US note

Industrial end-use declaration important

Rindless Eye Swiss Cheese Blocks from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.90.48.00