0406.30.32.00/Sliced Processed Colby Cheese/Germany

Sliced Processed Colby Cheese from Germany

Pre-sliced processed Colby cheese packaged in 2-pound retail blocks, emulsified for smooth melting. Classified under HTS 0406.30.32.00 for processed Colby cheese pursuant to General Note 15, distinguishing it from grated or powdered forms and aligning with quota import conditions. The processing involves heating and blending with approved additives.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty

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Import Tips

• Confirm slice thickness and packaging comply with 'not grated or powdered' definition to avoid reclassification

• Provide lab analysis for milkfat content if requested by CBP

• Pitfall: Failing to secure historical quota share for origin country like Australia or New Zealand