3501.10.50.00/Rennet Casein for Cheese Production/Japan

Rennet Casein for Cheese Production from Japan

Casein precipitated using rennet enzyme from skim milk, categorized under HTS 3501.10.5000 as other casein types. Primarily used in cheese-making as a milk protein isolate for consistent texture.

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

• Obtain veterinary certificates proving non-medicinal use to avoid Chapter 30 blood fraction exclusions

• Declare processing method (rennet vs acid) on invoices for accurate classification

• Test for microbial contaminants as dairy importers face strict FDA oversight