0406.90.86.00/Gouda Cheese and Herb Spread/Japan

Gouda Cheese and Herb Spread from Japan

Creamy spread made from Gouda cheese blended with garlic and herbs, 60% cheese content for direct consumption. Classified in HTS 0406.90.86.00 as a mixture processed from Gouda under U.S. note 20 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%

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Import Tips

• Document minimum cheese content to qualify as 'containing/processed from' Gouda; apply for quota license via USDA portal early in calendar year; label accurately to prevent FDA scrutiny