0406.10.48.00/Fresh Edam Cheese for Processing/Germany

Fresh Edam Cheese for Processing from Germany

Bulk fresh unripened Edam cheese imported specifically for further dairy processing. Classified HTS 0406.10.48.00 as fresh cheese not for retail consumption. Industrial format without consumer packaging.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include end-user letter specifying processing intent to support industrial import

• Quota applies regardless of end-use; coordinate with USDA for allocation timing

• Larger container sizes acceptable but must maintain fresh status during ocean transit