Polish Oscypek-Style Bryndza from China
Bryndza cheese produced in Poland from smoked sheep milk whey, similar to Oscypek but in softer form, with a salty, smoky profile. HTS 0406.90.05.00 covers Bryndza as other cheese, accommodating regional variations while maintaining sheep milk base. Not molded like certain whey concentrates per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.2%
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
• Require proof of non-quota excess entry; test for milkfat and dry matter to avoid reclassification as whey concentrate; label accurately to distinguish from protected PDO cheeses