0406.90.16.00/Dutch Gouda Cheese Loaves/China

Dutch Gouda Cheese Loaves from China

Classic Gouda cheese in large cylindrical loaves from Dutch dairies, qualifying under the EU quota in additional U.S. note 20 for Edam and Gouda with up to 6,389,000 kg allowance. Features a creamy texture and caramel-like sweetness from extended aging. Imported pursuant to quota provisions under HTS 0406.90.16.00.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

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Import Tips

• Confirm product origin from eligible EU-27 country and secure quota license via USDA; provide lab analysis for milkfat and dry matter if requested; track annual quota usage to avoid over-entry penalties