Grated Sbrinz Cheese from Germany
Grated Sbrinz, a hard cow's milk cheese from Switzerland/Italy, powdered for use in fondues and toppings. Classified in HTS 0406.20.49.00 as grated Sbrinz pursuant to General Note 15 for quota-controlled Italian-type cheeses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Source from approved regions like Switzerland for Sbrinz authenticity; include aging proof (>18 months)
• Monitor small 'other countries' quota (13,064 kg)
• Declare exact grating percentage to CBP