0406.90.08.90/Sharp White Cheddar Slabs/Germany

Sharp White Cheddar Slabs from Germany

Sharp white Cheddar slabs without annatto coloring, aged 9-12 months for tangy profile, cut into 20-40 lb portions. Classifies in HTS 0406.90.08.90 as other Cheddar under note 18 quota provisions for licensed entry.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

12%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Document aging process and milk source for CBP verification; adhere to country quotas (e.g

• EU 417,052 kg)

• Avoid packaging that suggests processing to stay in primary heading

• Track license via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program