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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+17.5%23.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.10.04Higher: 27.5% vs 23.9%

If cow's milk quota cheese fresh

Fresh cow's milk cheeses under general quota if not processed.

0406.20.89Higher: 27.5% vs 23.9%

If grated process cheese

Any grated form regardless of process type moves to grated subheadings.

1517.90.50Lower: 17.5% vs 23.9%

If edible fat mixtures >45% butterfat

Butterfat substitutes over quota limits classify as edible mixtures.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Leverage Switzerland's specific quota share; provide dry matter/fat analysis; inspect for mold formation risking blue-cheese reclassification

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.

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.

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.