Dunlop Cheese from Japan
Scottish cow's milk cheese similar to aged Cheddar but with washed curd process, smooth and buttery. Enters under HTS 0406.90.95.00 general quota for other cow's milk cheeses pursuant to U.S. Note 16 provisions.
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
• Document curd washing process if questioned on Cheddar similarity; retain full chain-of-custody records
• Apply early in quota year (Jan 1 start)
• No weight allowance for inedible rinds per U.S
• Note 11