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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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