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Double Gloucester Cheddar Wheel

Traditional English Double Gloucester Cheddar in 15 lb wheels, full-fat with mellow nutty flavor from traditional rennet. Treated as Cheddar variety under HTS 0406.90.12.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.90.82Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If American-type cheese characteristics

Gloucester-style may classify as Colby/granular under separate quota.

0406.90.16Higher: 32.5% vs 17.5%

If Edam/Gouda texture profile

Semi-hard texture could shift classification.

1901.90.61Higher: 33.5% vs 17.5%

If quota dairy preparation

Processed cheese preparations under Chapter 19 quotas.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Prove traditional Cheddar lineage vs generic cheese claims

Rennet type documentation (animal vs microbial affects organic status)

Wheel size/weight specs important for handling declarations

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