Traditional Curd Chongos from Germany
Traditional curd chongos consist of fresh, rennet-coagulated milk curds tied into balls with string, lightly sweetened. This product is specifically 'chongos' under HTS 0406.10.04.00, part of fresh cheese subject to note 16's import controls and licenses. Its unripened nature keeps it distinct from aged varieties.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use official certificates of origin for quota access; test for lactic acid bacteria to confirm harmless cultures per butter notes (analogous); monitor annual quota fill rates