Gruyere Process Cheese Loaf from China
Bulk loaf form of processed Gruyere cheese produced through heating and blending genuine Gruyere with approved additives for uniform texture. Classified under 0406.30.53.00 as processed (process) cheese specifically identified as Gruyere-process in 'other' form, distinct from grated or powdered presentations. Ideal for delis and food service slicing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Confirm quota eligibility under Additional U.S
• Note 21; EU-27 has 5,925,000 kg allocation for these cheeses
• Submit detailed production process documentation proving emulsification with dairy-only ingredients
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as natural cheese, which requires different quota categories