EU Artisan Cheddar Cheese Truckles from Germany
Small truckle cylinders of artisan Cheddar from EU countries (e.g., Ireland), imported under General Note 15 with traditional cloth-bound rinds. These meet Cheddar standards through specific curd processing and aging. Eligible for 0406.90.06.00 due to EU quota access pursuant to tariff provisions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Apply for USDA license specifying EU origin (Portugal gets separate allocation); include lab reports confirming <39% moisture typical for Cheddar
• Declare exact fat content accurately to avoid disputes with dairy spread definitions in chapter notes