Processed Beemster 18-Month Gouda Loaves from China
Aged Gouda cheese that undergoes processing with emulsifying salts to create spreadable loaves, specifically formulated for General Note 15 import provisions. The 18-month aging provides rich, caramelized flavors typical of premium Dutch Gouda in a processed format. HTS 0406.30.42.00 covers this as processed Edam and Gouda cheese under quota eligibility.
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
• Confirm aging documentation matches label claims for quota eligibility; ensure processing certificates verify emulsifier addition per chapter notes; avoid misclassification by confirming not natural cheese