Romanian Goya Cheese Loaves from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Romania's dedicated quota rarely fills; excellent availability
• Brine salt content 3-5%; excessive salinity risks reclassification
• Mold rind development acceptable; artificial coatings prohibited