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Washed Curd Nacho Cheese from Japan

Liquid processed cheese sauce from washed curd cheese designed for nacho applications. Covered by HTS 0406.90.82.00 American-type quota provisions.

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

Yellow colorants must be FDA-approved for U.S. food import

Temperature control documentation essential for liquid cheese imports

Confirm pH and viscosity specs meet U.S. food safety standards