Canadian Orange Cheddar Bulk from Japan
Annatto-colored orange cheddar cheese in bulk form from Canadian producers, USMCA eligible. HTS 0406.30.38 covers this industrial cheddar not in consumer packaging. Colorant doesn't affect classification.
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
• Colorant declaration required but annatto coloring permitted for cheddar
• Bulk weight limits apply; avoid retail-ready packaging to maintain 0406.30.38
• FDA facility registration verification for processing plant