Shredded Processed Cheddar for Quota GN15 from Germany
Pre-shredded processed cheddar cheese in bulk bags, formulated for GN15 tariff-rate quota with anti-caking agents. Classified in HTS 0406.30.22.00 as processed cheddar (not grated/powdered per hierarchy) entered pursuant to general note 15. Popular for pizza toppings.
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
• Ensure shreds are from solid processed block, not primarily grated (which is 0406.10); track quota usage monthly
• Pitfall: added sugars push to U.S. note quantitative limits