0406.90.95.00/Leyden Cheese/Japan

Leyden Cheese from Japan

Semi-hard cow's milk cheese from Netherlands flavored with cumin seeds, aged for pungent aroma. HTS 0406.90.95.00 covers as general quota cow's milk cheese, spices considered flavoring not changing classification.

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

• Spice content <5% doesn't affect cheese classification; declare accurately

• Track Netherlands quota within EU allocation

• Provide proof of natural lactic cultures only