Edam-Gouda Processed Cheese Blend
A processed cheese product mixing Edam and Gouda for balanced flavor, melted and reformed into slices or blocks without grating. It qualifies for HTS 0406.30.73.00 as 'mixtures of the above' processed cheeses containing quota varieties per U.S. note 20. Excludes added non-dairy fats per chapter exclusions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If exceeding note 20 quota quantities
Over-quota Edam/Gouda processed cheese enters general other processed cheese subheadings.
If Italian-type cheese mixtures instead
Blends emphasizing Romano/Parmesan shift to Italian cheese quota provisions in note 22.
If high whey protein concentrate >80%
Milk albumin concentrates from whey processing excluded to Chapter 35 per chapter note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document exact cheese variety proportions to prove note 20 eligibility; apply for licenses early due to annual caps; declare no prohibited Mexican origin per quota terms
Related Products under HTS 0406.30.73.00
Processed Edam Cheese Spread
A creamy processed cheese spread made from Edam cheese, blended with emulsifiers to achieve a smooth, spreadable texture suitable for crackers and bread. It falls under HTS 0406.30.73.00 as processed cheese containing Edam, entered under the quota provisions of additional U.S. note 20 for Edam and Gouda type cheeses. This subheading covers non-grated, non-powdered processed cheese mixtures derived from these specific varieties.
Gouda Process Cheese Loaf
A large block of processed cheese produced from Gouda, emulsified for uniform melting and extended shelf life, commonly sliced for sandwiches. Classified in HTS 0406.30.73.00 because it is processed cheese (not grated/powdered) containing or made from Gouda, qualifying for entry under U.S. note 20 quota allocations. Meets chapter definitions for processed cheese from quota-specified varieties.
Sliced Processed Gouda Cheese
Pre-sliced processed Gouda cheese in vacuum packs, emulsified for consistent texture and meltability in cooking. Falls under HTS 0406.30.73.00 for processed (not grated/powdered) cheese from Gouda, entered pursuant to quota in additional U.S. note 20. Slicing does not change classification as long as not grated.
Processed Edam Cheese for Melting
Bulk processed Edam cheese blocks designed for industrial melting in sauces and fondues, meeting strict fat and solids specs. HTS 0406.30.73.00 applies to this non-grated processed cheese containing Edam, subject to U.S. note 20 quota entry provisions for controlled imports.
Gouda-Edam Mix Process Slices
Individually wrapped processed cheese slices blending Gouda and Edam for versatile use in burgers and toasties. Classified under HTS 0406.30.73.00 as other processed cheese mixtures containing these quota varieties, entered per note 20 limits. Processing ensures homogeneity without grating.
Bulk Processed Gouda Cheese Blocks
Large-format processed Gouda cheese blocks for foodservice shredding on-site, emulsified per dairy standards. HTS 0406.30.73.00 covers this as processed cheese from Gouda not grated/powdered, pursuant to note 20 quota for Edam/Gouda types.