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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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