Australian Fresh Mozzarella Cheese from Japan
Fresh mozzarella cheese produced in Australia, classified under HTS 0406.10.08 as fresh (unripened) cheese with 60% or more moisture and 50% or less fat content. This product falls under 9822.04.35 as Australian-origin dairy under quantitative limits in U.S. note 15 to subchapter XXII. It's typically used in salads, pizzas, and caprese dishes.
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
• Verify Australian origin certification and ensure entry within annual quantitative limits specified in U.S. note 15
• Provide FDA prior notice and dairy import permit
• Monitor CBP quota tracking to avoid over-quota duties