Gruyere Process Cheese Blend from Japan
A processed cheese product containing Gruyere-process cheese mixed with Emmentaler for improved melting properties, used in fondue and sauces. Classified under HTS 0406.90.92.00 as it contains and is processed from Gruyere-process and Emmentaler cheeses, meeting the 'other' category for such mixtures excluding specific subheadings. It has the characteristic nutty flavor and hole structure from these Swiss-style cheeses.
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
• Obtain USDA import license due to quota restrictions on Swiss/Emmentaler cheeses; provide cheese composition certificate showing Gruyere-process content; ensure product meets 0406 chapter notes for natural butter content limits