0406.90.99.00/Kashk Persian Whey Cheese/Japan

Kashk Persian Whey Cheese from Japan

Kashk is fermented dried whey balls from sheep/yogurt whey, reconstituted for soups. Qualifies 0406.90.99.00 as molded whey cheese product. Traditional Middle Eastern ingredient.

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

• Fermentation process validation for cheese vs. yogurt status

• Rehydration instructions shouldn't imply preparation

• Origin docs for non-quota Middle East sources