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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ≤0.5% butterfat content
Low-fat processed cheese variants enter under separate minimal butterfat quota note 23.
If dehydrated or freeze-dried form
Dried leguminous vegetables or similar if whey-concentrated beyond dairy norms per exclusions.
If with added flavors or stabilizers > permitted levels
Excessive non-dairy additives classify as other food preparations outside pure dairy chapter.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include slicing method in entry docs but note it doesn't affect HTS; monitor quota fill rates for reallocation opportunities; ensure FDA prior notice for dairy imports
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.
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.
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.