0406.90.78.00/Processed Cheddar Slices/Japan

Processed Cheddar Slices from Japan

Individually wrapped processed cheddar slices for sandwiches, made from cheddar paste. HTS 0406.90.78.00 for other sliced forms processed from cheddar. Not consumer-packed under specific quotas.

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

• Individual wrapping counts as processing; declare vs. bulk slices

• Pasteurization certs required; unpasteurized limited

• Quota tracking essential; overages face 0406.90.97 high duty