Romanian Goya Cheese Loaves

Romanian-produced Goya cheese (cow's milk equivalent of traditional brine-salted varieties), formed in original loaves. Enters under Romania's 500,000 kg note 21 quota allocation via HTS 0406.10.54.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.30.89Same rate: 27.5%

If general quota cheeses

Non-specific Italian varieties default to broader quota categories

0406.40.54Higher: 32.5% vs 27.5%

If blue mold development

Penicillium mold growth shifts to blue cheese quota

2202.99.24Higher: 35% vs 27.5%

If sweetened whey beverages

Excess lactose/sweetening excludes from pure cheese classification

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Import Tips & Compliance

Romania's dedicated quota rarely fills; excellent availability

Brine salt content 3-5%; excessive salinity risks reclassification

Mold rind development acceptable; artificial coatings prohibited

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