UK Traditional Cheddar Truckles from China
Authentic British Cheddar in traditional truckle shape (cylindrical), aged in caves, qualifying under Note 18's 895,948 kg UK allocation for HTS 0406.10.24.00. Fresh unripened Cheddar cheese entered pursuant to quota with clothbound rind. Smaller 5-10 lb size popular for specialty import.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• UK allocation 895,948 kg; coordinate with UK dairy board for quota certificate accompanying shipment
• Maintain 34-38°F transport temperature; provide proof of cave aging if claiming vintage designation
• Customs examines truckle rinds closely; ensure no adulteration violating natural butter definition