Sharp Cheddar Crumbles from Japan
Crumbled sharp Cheddar cheese from aged blocks, used in salads and toppings, retaining full Cheddar character. HTS 0406.90.76.00 applies for crumbles processed from Cheddar under U.S. Note 18. Crumbling is a physical process not altering quota eligibility.
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
• Provide aging certificates (9+ months for some Canadian); no weight allowance for inedible packaging; track aggregate quota usage across entries