Canned Macaroni and Cheese from Japan
Pre-cooked elbow macaroni canned in creamy cheese sauce. This ready-to-eat product is classified under HTS 1902.30.00.20 as canned, otherwise prepared pasta. Cheese sauce processing qualifies it beyond basic Chapter 11 meals.
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
• Test for milk solids content; high dairy may prompt reclassification review
• Ensure pH levels meet low-acid canned food regs (21 CFR 113) for FDA entry