Processed Gouda Cheese Slices
Processed cheese slices made from Gouda cheese, melted and blended with emulsifiers to create a uniform product suitable for sandwiches. Classified under HTS 0406.30.48.00 as processed Edam and Gouda cheese, not grated or powdered, meeting the specific fat and moisture composition requirements of heading 0406. This subheading covers 'other' forms beyond those specified elsewhere.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not processed, natural Edam/Gouda
Natural, unprocessed Edam and Gouda cheeses fall under subheading 0406.20 for unprocessed varieties before melting/emulsification.
If in blocks exceeding quota specifications or different processing
Processed cheeses not specifically Edam/Gouda or outside exact quota descriptions go to 'other' processed cheese in 0406.90.
If butterfat content ≤0.5% by weight
Low-fat cheese substitutes meeting additional U.S. note 23 criteria classify under food preparations rather than dairy chapter 04 cheeses.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license as this falls under Edam/Gouda cheese quota (additional U.S. note 21); verify country-specific allocations like EU-27's 6,389,000 kg limit
• Provide lab analysis confirming processed cheese composition (emulsifiers, milkfat levels) and origin certification to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 0406.30.48.00
Bulk Processed Edam for Slicing
Large-format processed Edam cheese optimized for mechanical slicing in delis. Falls under HTS 0406.30.48.00 'other' processed Edam/Gouda, quota-controlled for tariff rate quota compliance.
Processed Edam Cheese Loaf
A large loaf of processed Edam cheese produced by blending natural Edam with emulsifying salts for smooth melting and extended shelf life. HTS 0406.30.48.00 applies to this 'other' processed form of Edam/Gouda cheeses, distinguished from grated/powdered or quota-specific types.
Cubed Processed Gouda Cheese
Processed Gouda cheese cut into uniform cubes, emulsified for consistent texture used in cheese trays and salads. Falls under HTS 0406.30.48.00 as 'other' processed Edam/Gouda not grated/powdered, fitting quota-controlled processed dairy spreads.
Processed Young Gouda Wheel
Whole wheels of young processed Gouda cheese with mild flavor, emulsified for food service slicing. HTS 0406.30.48.00 covers this 'other' category of processed Edam/Gouda cheeses under strict import quotas.
Emulsified Edam Cheese Block
Rectangular blocks of emulsified processed Edam cheese designed for industrial shredding. Classified in HTS 0406.30.48.00 as other processed Edam/Gouda, subject to quantitative restrictions and licensing.
Processed Smoked Gouda Cubes
Processed Gouda cheese cubes with natural smoke flavoring, emulsified for uniformity. HTS 0406.30.48.00 includes this 'other' smoked variant of processed Edam/Gouda under dairy quotas.