Processed Gruyere Slices for Quota Entry
Individually sliced processed cheese derived from Gruyere, emulsified for smooth melting, entered pursuant to General Note 15 quota provisions. This falls under 0406.30.49 as un-grated/powdered Gruyere-process cheese from eligible origins. Commonly packaged for retail deli use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh unmelted Gruyere-process
Unprocessed or fresh versions of Gruyere-process classify as fresh cheese rather than processed.
If with eye formation like Emmental
Eye-formed Swiss/Emmentaler process cheese has dedicated subheading under quota provisions.
If butterfat ≤0.5% by weight
Low-fat cheese substitutes fall outside Chapter 4 quotas into prepared foodstuff provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm slices are not pre-grated to avoid 0406.40 classification; provide lab analysis for fat content and emulsifier levels; track calendar-year quotas to avoid over-entry penalties
Related Products under HTS 0406.30.49.00
Gruyere Process Cheese Blocks
Pasteurized process cheese made from Gruyere cheese blended with emulsifiers, meeting the specific composition for Gruyere-process cheese under heading 0406. This product is not grated or powdered and qualifies for entry under General Note 15 provisions for certain dairy imports from designated countries. It is typically used in cooking or as a melting cheese.
Bulk Gruyere Process Cheese Loaves
Large loaves of emulsified Gruyere-process cheese, not powdered or grated, designed for commercial slicing and entered under General Note 15. Meets HTS 0406.30.49 criteria for processed Gruyere excluding eye formation. Ideal for foodservice melting applications.
Gruyere-Process Cheese Wheels Quota
Traditional wheel-shaped processed Gruyere cheese, emulsified and molded, pursuant to General Note 15 entry provisions. Classifies in 0406.30.49 as non-grated Gruyere-process without eyes, suitable for aging or direct retail.
Deli-Style Gruyere Process Cheese
Counter-ready processed Gruyere cheese blocks for deli counters, entered under 0406.30.49 via General Note 15. Emulsified from natural Gruyere meeting strict fat/solids criteria, not in grated form.
Emulsified Gruyere Loaf for Export Quota
Emulsified loaf of Gruyere-process cheese, packaged for bulk import under General Note 15 provisions in 0406.30.49. Conforms to butterfat 80-95% specs without added non-permitted substances.
Swiss Gruyere Process Cheese Slab
Large slab form of processed Gruyere cheese from Swiss production, entered per General Note 15 in HTS 0406.30.49. Features emulsified texture for industrial use, excluding eye formation.