Belgian Edam Cheese Block
Mild, smooth Edam cheese produced in Belgium from cow's milk, vacuum-packed in 5kg blocks with subtle salty flavor suitable for slicing. Entered under HTS 0406.90.14.00 pursuant to General Note 15 for quota-controlled Edam/Gouda imports from EU-27 countries. Meets definition as other unmixed cheese in heading 0406.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If over quota or non-qualifying
Excess Edam/Gouda enters under general other cheese subheadings
If fresh unripened variety
Fresh cheeses without ripening classified in different subheading
If infant formula ingredient
Dairy preparations for infant use fall under Chapter 19
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Dutch Gouda Cheese Wheel
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Aged Edam Cheese Wedge EU
Aged Edam cheese matured 6+ months for sharper flavor, cut into 500g wedges from full wheels made with EU cow's milk. HTS 0406.90.14.00 applies for portions entered under General Note 15 quota for Edam/Gouda. Qualifies as matured cheese per heading 0406 specifications.
Farmhouse Gouda Cheese Block
Artisanal farmhouse Gouda from EU cow's milk, semi-hard with rich, tangy profile from natural cultures, packed in 10kg blocks. Enters HTS 0406.90.14.00 pursuant to General Note 15 for quota-eligible Edam/Gouda. Excludes dehydrated or modified products per chapter notes.
Noord-Hollandse Edam
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