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Farmhouse Cheddar Truckle

Traditional 5-pound truckle of clothbound farmhouse Cheddar with natural rind development from extended cave aging. Authentic English-style cheese for connoisseurs. HTS 0406.90.12.00 as non-quota 'other' Cheddar.

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.

0406.10.84Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If quota-fresh soft unripened

Fresh quota Cheddar uses 0406.10.84.

0406.90.48Same rate: 17.5%

If Stilton-like blue characteristics

Blue-mold Cheddar variants fall under separate quota.

0710.80Higher: 24.9% vs 17.5%

If dehydrated >95% lactose removed

Dried whey-derived products shift per Chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include rind inspection certificates; clothbound rinds acceptable if natural

Document as traditional Cheddar to avoid generic cheese reclassification

Check UK-specific Cheddar quotas if applicable

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