Halloumi Cheese from Japan
Halloumi is a semi-hard, brined cheese originating from Cyprus, made from a mixture of goat and sheep milk with a distinctive squeaky texture when grilled. It falls under HTS 0406.90.63.00 as 'other cheese' described in general note 15, entered pursuant to its quota provisions for non-specified cheese varieties. This classification applies to imported halloumi meeting the import licensing requirements for dairy products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as this subheading requires compliance with general note 15 quota provisions; verify cheese meets 'other cheese' criteria excluding quota-specific types like Cheddar; declare exact milk type and fat content accurately to avoid reclassification