Processed Herb-Infused Gouda from China
Processed Gouda cheese with embedded herbs (dill, garlic), emulsified for even distribution. HTS 0406.30.48.00 captures 'other' flavored processed Edam/Gouda forms within chapter 4 dairy quotas.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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
• List all herb additives precisely; FDA allergen declaration mandatory for dairy
• Confirm herbs don't constitute 'preparation' pushing to chapter 21