1902.30.00.20/Canned Macaroni and Cheese/Japan

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%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 milk solids content; high dairy may prompt reclassification review

• Ensure pH levels meet low-acid canned food regs (21 CFR 113) for FDA entry