0406.90.90.00/Emmentaler Cheese Spread/Japan

Emmentaler Cheese Spread from Japan

Creamy spread made from Emmentaler cheese processed with dairy stabilizers for bread and crackers. Classified in HTS 0406.90.90.00 because it's a cheese substitute containing Emmentaler, entered pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 22 quota provisions. Meets criteria for processed cheese derivatives from specified Swiss varieties.

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

• Confirm Emmentaler content via certificate of analysis for Note 22 eligibility; apply for import license through USDA before shipment; watch fat content to avoid reclassification as dairy spread in 0405