Artisanal Farmhouse Cheddar from Germany
Handcrafted farmhouse Cheddar from small-batch milk, clothbound and aged in caves for unique terroir flavors. Classified HTS 0406.90.08.90 under note 18 as authentic Cheddar requiring quota license entry.
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
• Submit producer affidavits confirming farmhouse methods; check for TRQ over-quota rates (17%+)
• Ensure no dehydration classifying as 0402 dried milk
• Label country of origin clearly