0406.90.78.00/Cheddar Flavored Cheese Substitute/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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%