Noord Hollander Gouda Cheese Wheels from China
Processed Edam and Gouda cheese produced by melting and blending natural Gouda cheese with emulsifiers, meeting the exact specifications for tariff treatment under General Note 15. This semi-hard cheese has the characteristic nutty flavor and smooth texture of traditional Dutch Gouda but in processed form, not grated or powdered. It falls under HTS 0406.30.42.00 due to its classification as processed Edam/Gouda cheese eligible for quota provisions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain import license from USDA prior to entry as required for General Note 15 quota items; verify cheese meets processed Edam/Gouda composition standards; include lab analysis confirming emulsifier content and milkfat levels