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Cheddar Flavored Cheese Substitute from Japan

Imitation cheese product processed from cheddar flavorings and milk proteins, used in vegan alternatives but dairy-based. Under 0406.90.78.00 as cheddar-processed substitute, excluding high-lactose whey. Differentiates from pure cheese.

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

• Prove 'processed from cheddar' via recipe; flavor-only risks Chapter 21

• Check >95% lactose exclusion; high-lactose to 1702

• Substitute status needs protein analysis; avoid albumin concentrations >80%