Described in additional U.S. note 20 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Cheese and curd: > Processed (process) cheese, not grated or powdered: > Edam and Gouda cheeses: > Described in additional U.S. note 20 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 0406.30.44.00
Processed Edam Cheese Blocks
Processed Edam cheese produced by melting and blending natural Edam cheese with emulsifiers, packaged in 5kg blocks for food service use. This falls under HTS 0406.30.44.00 as processed Edam cheese entered pursuant to U.S. Note 20 quota provisions for Edam and Gouda cheeses. It meets the specific import license requirements for these controlled dairy products.
Gouda Process Cheese Loaves
Large cylindrical loaves of processed Gouda cheese made from blended natural Gouda with melting salts, weighing approximately 10kg each. Classified under HTS 0406.30.44.00 for quota-eligible processed Gouda entered under U.S. Note 20 provisions. Primarily imported from EU countries within their 6.389 million kg allocation.
Processed Edam Slices in Bulk
Pre-sliced processed Edam cheese packaged in 20kg industrial blocks for further slicing and repackaging. This product qualifies under HTS 0406.30.44.00 as quota-eligible processed Edam cheese pursuant to U.S. Note 20. The emulsified formulation distinguishes it from natural cheese varieties.
Industrial Gouda Process Cheese
Processed Gouda cheese formulated for melting applications in food manufacturing, packaged in 40lb blocks. Enters under HTS 0406.30.44.00 pursuant to U.S. Note 20 for controlled imports of processed Edam/Gouda cheeses. Subject to country-specific tariff-rate quotas and licensing.
Norwegian Processed Jarlsberg Gouda
Processed version of Jarlsberg-style Gouda cheese from Norway, blended and pasteurized for extended shelf life. Specifically covered by HTS 0406.30.44.00 under U.S. Note 20's 167,000kg Norway allocation for processed Edam/Gouda. Popular for deli counter applications.
Bulk Processed Edam for Pizza Topping
Processed Edam cheese specially formulated for pizza production with optimal melt characteristics, shipped in 25kg blocks. Classifiable under HTS 0406.30.44.00 as quota-eligible processed Edam cheese per U.S. Note 20. EU-origin product within 6.389M kg allocation.
Argentine Processed Gouda Wheels
Processed Gouda cheese from Argentina packaged in large 12kg wheels for foodservice distribution. Enters HTS 0406.30.44.00 under U.S. Note 20's 235,000kg Argentina quota for processed Edam/Gouda. Emulsified formulation for smooth melting.
Processed Young Gouda Blocks
Mild processed young Gouda cheese (aged <2 months) in 10kg blocks, emulsified for sliceability. Covered by HTS 0406.30.44.00 for U.S. Note 20 quota-eligible processed Gouda imports. Popular in sandwich production.
Smoked Processed Edam Cheese
Lightly smoked processed Edam cheese with natural smoke flavoring, packaged in 15kg blocks. Qualifies for HTS 0406.30.44.00 entry under U.S. Note 20 processed cheese quotas. The smoking occurs post-emulsification process.
Organic Processed Gouda for Food Service
Organic processed Gouda cheese made from certified organic milk, emulsified and packaged in 20lb blocks for restaurants. Enters HTS 0406.30.44.00 pursuant to U.S. Note 20 quota system for processed Edam/Gouda. EU organic certification required.