Granular American Cheese Mix from Japan
A processed mix of granular cheese varieties classified as American-type, for melting applications. HTS 0406.90.84.00 covers other mixtures processed from granular but not Cheddar.
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
• Traceability docs for granular sourcing; quota license mandatory
• Avoid >95% lactose to stay in Chapter 4
• Bulk import reduces retail misclassification risk