Smoked Scamorza Cheese Balls from Japan
Scamorza is pear-shaped stretched-curd cheese, smoked version has golden rind and mild flavor. HTS 0406.90.99.00 covers as 'other cheese'; smoking doesn't remove from pure cheese category. Tied in pairs for authentic Italian import.
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
• Specify smoking method (natural vs. artificial) for FDA approval
• Weight declaration excludes inedible ties per US note
• Not 'processed' if no emulsifiers added