Farmhouse Gouda Cheese Block from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include production method details in documentation; test for lactic cultures if challenged
• Pitfall: misclassifying as soft cheese delays clearance