0406.90.99.00/Smoked Scamorza Cheese Balls/Japan

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%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

• Specify smoking method (natural vs. artificial) for FDA approval

• Weight declaration excludes inedible ties per US note

• Not 'processed' if no emulsifiers added