Cheddar Jack Cheese Blend from Japan
Shredded blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, processed from cheddar base with mild flavors, for pizzas. Under HTS 0406.90.78.00 as 'other mixtures' from cheddar excluding quota-specific mixes. Qualifies as cheese mixture per statistical reporting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
• Document predominant cheddar content (>50%) for classification; blends risk scrutiny under mixtures exclusion
• Ensure no blue-mold or Italian cheese to avoid 0406.90.61/63 mixture prohibition
• Pre-shredded forms need moisture analysis; over 60% moisture may reclassify as fresh cheese