Washed Curd Cheese Wheel from Germany
Fresh cheese produced by washing curds to reduce acidity, resulting in a mild, creamy texture typical of American varieties like this unripened wheel. Falls under HTS 0406.10.38.00 as 'other' fresh American-type cheese (washed curd type, excluding Cheddar) that remains uncured.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license due to quota restrictions on American-type fresh cheeses from specified countries
• Include production records showing curd-washing process to distinguish from Cheddar and confirm fresh status
• Check weight declarations exclude inedible coverings per U.S. note; common error leads to overpayment