Belgian Edam Cheese Block from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Apply for import license through USDA portal before shipment; include commercial invoice detailing cheese type and weight
• Watch for quota exhaustion leading to higher over-quota duties