Blue Cheese Salad Dressing from Japan
Chunky dressing with crumbled blue cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, and Worcestershire in buttermilk base. Classifies under HTS 2103.90.90.40 for 'other salad dressings' as a cheese-emulsified product for wedge or iceberg salads. High-fat content for rich coating.
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%
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required for cheese imports; pasteurization certificates essential
• Refrigerated shipping manifests to prove cold chain integrity
• Allergen warnings for dairy mandatory in bold