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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not entered pursuant to Note 20 quota
Processed Edam/Gouda exceeding quota limits falls under general subheading without specific country allocations
If in consumer-ready retail packages under 1kg
Processed Edam packaged for retail sale (not bulk) classified as 'other' processed cheese
If grated or powdered form
Grated or powdered processed Edam moves to Chapter 0406.20 heading for grated cheese
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required by U.S
• Note 20; verify country-specific quota allocations (EU: 6,389,000 kg); ensure cheese composition certification showing processed Edam characteristics
Related Products under HTS 0406.30.44.00
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.