Australian Vintage Cheddar Loaves from Germany
Vintage Cheddar loaves from Australia, aged at least 18 months in paraffin wax coating for intense flavor. Imported under HTS 0406.90.08.90 pursuant to quota in additional U.S. note 18, which allocates 2,450,000 kg specifically for Australian Cheddar.
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 license confirming Australian origin within 2.45M kg quota; include fat content analysis (min 50% dry matter)
• Watch for quota exhaustion leading to higher TRQ rates
• Ensure no added emulsifiers per Chapter 4 notes