0406.90.90.00/Gruyere-Type Process Shreds/Japan

Gruyere-Type Process Shreds from Japan

Shredded processed Gruyere cheese for pizzas and casseroles. Classifies HTS 0406.90.90.00 containing Gruyere-process cheese under Additional U.S. Note 22 quota entry provisions. Shredding for convenience use.

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

• Validate shredding doesn't alter essential cheese character for CBP; apply for license matching shred volume to quota share; anti-caking analysis prevents misclassification