Gjetost Processed Cheese Loaf from China
A firm, caramel-colored processed cheese loaf derived from Gjetost (brown goat cheese) with added whey and milk solids for smooth melting. Classified under HTS 0406.30.57.00 because it's processed cheese containing Gjetost, one of the specifically named traditional Scandinavian cheeses. The processing involves emulsification while retaining the distinctive sweet, fudgy character.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26%
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 Gjetost origin documentation as quota access varies by country; ensure fat content meets processed cheese specs
• Include certificate of analysis showing emulsifier addition for proper classification
• Beware misclassification as natural cheese which falls under different quotas