Colby Cheese Spread from Japan
A spreadable dairy product made from processed Colby cheese blended with cream and stabilizers, suitable for crackers. Classified under HTS 0406.90.84.00 as 'other' cheese processed from American-type Colby, not fitting fresh, grated, or molded categories.
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
• Obtain prior USDA import license for quota compliance under Note 23; include lab analysis proving milkfat from Colby base
• Watch for dairy spread definitions that could shift classification
• Ensure no added non-milk fats to stay in Chapter 4