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%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
• Fermentation process validation for cheese vs. yogurt status
• Rehydration instructions shouldn't imply preparation
• Origin docs for non-quota Middle East sources