Processed Edam Cheese Slices from China
Pre-sliced processed cheese made from Edam cheese, melted and blended with emulsifiers to create a uniform texture suitable for sandwiches. This product falls under HTS 0406.30.75.00 as processed cheese containing Edam, not grated or powdered, and not subject to specific quota subheadings for Edam/Gouda mixtures. It meets the criteria for 'other' processed cheese derived from Edam.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as this falls under Edam/Gouda cheese quotas; verify fat content and processing method documentation; ensure country of origin eligibility under TRQ allocations