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Mizithra Cheese from Japan

Mizithra is Greek whey cheese from sheep/goat milk, fresh or aged into hard grating form. Classified HTS 0406.90.63.00 as 'other cheese' pursuant to quota, suitable for whey-based not meeting concentration notes. Requires license.

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

Specify fresh vs aged form; USDA license essential; document whey source to avoid 0404 reclassification