Processed Beemster 18-Month Gouda Loaves from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
15%
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 aging documentation matches label claims for quota eligibility; ensure processing certificates verify emulsifier addition per chapter notes; avoid misclassification by confirming not natural cheese