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Non-Fat Cream Cheese Spread from Japan

Non-fat cream cheese spread is produced from skim milk, containing 0.5% or less butterfat, with a smooth, spreadable consistency ideal for bagels. Classified under HTS 0406.90.93.00 due to its low butterfat meeting U.S. note 23 criteria for quota-controlled cheese imports.

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%

Import Tips

Ensure product meets exact butterfat threshold with certificate of analysis; apply for quota license early in calendar year; avoid over-quota entries triggering higher duties