Young Gouda Cheese from Netherlands from Canada
Young Gouda (jonge Gouda) aged 4 weeks, flexible texture with mild sweet taste, produced from Dutch cow's milk and waxed for preservation. Classified in HTS 0406.90.14.00 as Gouda cheese under General Note 15 EU quota provisions. Adheres to chapter notes excluding mixtures or substitutes.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'Gouda cheese' with aging details; obtain health certificate from EU authorities
• Common pitfall: incorrect weight declaration affects quota usage