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1901.90.36.00/Flavored Margarine Cheese Paste/Japan

Flavored Margarine Cheese Paste from Japan

Thick paste of margarine, cheese meal from milk solids (0401-0404), malt extract, and corn starch for flavor enhancement, cocoa-free. Fits HTS 1901.90.36.00 as other margarine cheese, a NESOI food prep beyond chapter 11 basics.

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

• Test for cocoa content analytically to stay under 5% threshold and within 1901 scope

• Prepare FDA import alerts checklist for cheese-like products to expedite release

• Use detailed bills of lading specifying 'food preparation, not pure cheese'

Flavored Margarine Cheese Paste from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1901.90.36.00