Skim Milk Paneer from Japan
Skim milk paneer is an Indian fresh cheese made by curdling skimmed milk, pressed into blocks with ≤0.5% butterfat. Falls under HTS 0406.90.94.00 as other low-butterfat cheese, used in vegetarian curries. Not quota-specific like Italian or Swiss types.
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
• Document acid coagulation method; verify no rennet use affecting class; obtain quota license for non-EU sources