Fat-Free American Process Cheese Loaf from Germany
A block loaf of processed American-style cheese with 0.5% or less butterfat, suitable for slicing or melting in recipes. Classified under HTS 0406.30.85.00 for processed cheese, other varieties with minimal fat, entered per Additional U.S. Note 23 quota limits.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm fat content certification before shipment to meet ≤0.5% butterfat threshold
• Apply for import license via USDA early in quota year
• Avoid misdeclaration as higher-fat cheese to prevent quota overfill penalties