Processed American Cheese Slices from Germany
Individually wrapped processed cheese slices made from cow's milk blends, melted and emulsified with sodium citrate for smooth melting. This falls under HTS 0406.30.91.00 as processed cheese (not grated/powdered), containing cow's milk, and not fitting specific quota categories like Cheddar or Swiss. It's a common retail product for sandwiches and burgers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license as this falls under general cheese quota (Additional U.S
• Note 16); Mexican origin prohibited
• Provide FDA prior notice & ensure labeling meets cow's milk content & processing declarations
• Verify fat content documentation to avoid reclassification under low-fat quotas (e.g
• 0.5% butterfat note 23)