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Gouda Cheese Powder

Powdered Gouda cheese used in cheese sauces and Dutch cuisine applications. Falls under HTS 0406.20.95.00 as other grated cheese not covered by specific Edam/Gouda quota (0406.20.44). The Netherlands is primary supplier.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina8.5%+20.0%28.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.20.44Higher: 35% vs 28.5%

If derived from quota Gouda

Specific Edam/Gouda quota covers processed derivatives from quota cheese.

0406.30.73Higher: 30% vs 28.5%

If processed/smoked form

Processed/smoked Gouda powder falls under different subheading.

0406.90.86Higher: 30% vs 28.5%

If Gouda-type substitutes

Imitation Gouda products have separate quota provisions.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Distinguish from block Gouda quota with powder processing documentation

โ€ข Netherlands has quota access; verify country of origin certificates

โ€ข Ensure no eye formation which affects Swiss-type classification