Processed Edam Slices in Bulk from China
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.
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
• Maintain cold chain documentation (32-40°F) for transit; include commercial invoice specifying 'processed per Note 20'; check TRQ status via USDA Foreign Agricultural Service portal before booking