Norwegian Jarlsberg-Style Gouda from China
Semi-soft Gouda variant produced in Norway, entered under the 167,000 kg quota allocation in additional U.S. note 20 for Edam and Gouda cheeses. Mild flavor with large eyes, meeting exact quota criteria for non-EU specified countries. Classified in HTS 0406.90.16.00 when pursuant to note 20 provisions.
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
Import Tips
• Apply for specific country quota license confirming Norway origin within 167,000 kg limit; ensure no cow's milk substitutes per chapter notes; declare exact weight excluding inedible coverings