0406.90.56.00/Idaho Goat & Sheep Grating Blend Loaf/Japan

Idaho Goat & Sheep Grating Blend Loaf from Japan

U.S.-style grating cheese loaf combining sheep and goat milk meeting sheep-dominant criteria, produced in original cylindrical form suitable for grating. Classifies under HTS 0406.90.56.00 when sheep's milk predominates and grating characteristics confirmed.

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

• Provide exact milk ratio documentation; must qualify as sheep's milk cheese

• Small quota for 'other countries'; plan imports early in quota year

• Test for grating suitability if blended milks affect texture