New Zealand Powdered Colby from China
Powdered Colby cheese from New Zealand (2M kg quota under Note 19), entered as grated/powdered American-type in HTS 0406.20.36.00. High-volume supplier for U.S. industrial use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
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
• Utilize NZ's large quota; bulk shippers get priority reallocations
• Lab certify milkfat and dry matter to match Chapter 4 notes
• Common issue: Overlooking inedible coverings weight allowance