Described in additional U.S. note 20 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Cheese and curd: > Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds: > Edam and Gouda cheeses: > Described in additional U.S. note 20 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0406.20.44.00
Grated Edam Cheese
Finely grated Edam cheese made from cow's milk, processed into powdered form for culinary use in sauces and gratins. This falls under HTS 0406.20.44.00 as grated Edam cheese described in additional U.S. note 20 to chapter 4, entered pursuant to its quantitative provisions and import license requirements.
Powdered Gouda Cheese
Powdered Gouda cheese produced by grating and drying semi-hard cow's milk Gouda for use in cheese powders and blends. Classified under HTS 0406.20.44.00 as grated/powdered Gouda meeting additional U.S. note 20 quota entry conditions for licensed imports.
Grated Young Gouda Cheese
Grated version of young Gouda cheese (4-12 weeks aged) from pasteurized cow's milk, ideal for melting in dishes. This product qualifies for HTS 0406.20.44.00 under U.S. note 20 as quota-eligible grated Gouda requiring import licensing.
Edam Cheese Powder for Retail
Fine Edam cheese powder packaged for retail sale, made by grating and spray-drying authentic Edam wheels. Enters under HTS 0406.20.44.00 pursuant to additional U.S. note 20 quota and licensing for grated cheeses.
Grated Aged Gouda Cheese
Grated aged Gouda (over 12 months) with nutty flavor profile, processed from cow's milk for premium grating applications. Classified in HTS 0406.20.44.00 as quota-described grated Gouda under U.S. note 20 import rules.
Bulk Grated Edam for Food Service
Bulk-packed grated Edam cheese for restaurant and food service use, derived from traditional Edam production. This enters HTS 0406.20.44.00 under additional U.S. note 20 for licensed quota imports of grated Edam.
Gouda Cheese Granules
Granular grated Gouda cheese with uniform particle size for easy sprinkling and melting. Falls under HTS 0406.20.44.00 as powdered/grated Gouda eligible for U.S. note 20 quota entry with required licensing.
Organic Grated Edam Cheese
Grated organic Edam cheese from certified organic cow's milk, maintaining traditional fat and moisture specs. Imported under HTS 0406.20.44.00 pursuant to U.S. note 20 quota provisions for grated cheeses.
Smoked Grated Gouda
Lightly smoked then grated Gouda cheese retaining core Gouda characteristics for flavored grating. This qualifies for HTS 0406.20.44.00 as Gouda under additional U.S. note 20 quota-licensed entry.
Reduced Fat Grated Edam
Grated Edam cheese with reduced fat content but meeting note 20 criteria for quota entry. Processed for health-conscious consumers while classified as grated Edam in HTS 0406.20.44.00.