Salted Processed Cheddar Cheese Loaves GN15 from Germany
Salted loaves of processed cheddar cheese designed for GN15 tariff-rate quota entry, produced by emulsifying cheddar with salt and cultures for extended shelf life. Classified under 0406.30.22.00 due to its processed nature (emulsified) and compliance with general note 15 import provisions from designated countries. Commonly used in deli slicing operations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm eligibility under specific country quotas (e.g
• Australia 2,450,000 kg); provide lab tests for milkfat and moisture per chapter notes
• Pitfall: mislabeling as natural cheese triggers reclassification to higher duties