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Processed Young Gouda Blocks from China

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.

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

Label as 'processed' not 'natural' to avoid 0406.10 misclassification; short shelf life requires rapid customs clearance; EU health certificate mandatory