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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina15%+17.5%32.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico15%+10.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada15%+10.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany15%+10.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan15%+10.0%25%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.10.44Lower: 27.5% vs 32.5%

If fresh cheese not fully ripened

Fresher, unprocessed Edam/Gouda classified as fresh cheese rather than grated

0406.90.16Same rate: 32.5%

If imported in bulk wheels then grated domestically

Ungrated import form uses different Edam/Gouda subheading

1901.10.21Higher: 35% vs 32.5%

If infant formula grade with added nutrients

Nutritionally modified dairy powders shift to chapter 19 preparations

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Label with exact aging period and fat content to match Gouda specs; apply for license early due to quota limits; avoid Mexican origin as excluded from this provision

Related Products 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.

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.