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Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0406.90.18.00
Young Gouda Cheese Wheel
A semi-soft, mild-flavored Gouda cheese aged for 1-3 months, produced from cow's milk with a smooth texture and characteristic yellow wax coating. It falls under HTS 0406.90.18.00 as 'other' Edam and Gouda cheeses, distinct from specific quota subheadings for fresh or grated varieties. This classification applies to wheel-form cheeses not meeting exact descriptions in prior subheadings.
Aged Gouda Cheese Loaf
A firm, caramel-flavored Gouda aged 12-18 months, formed into traditional loaves from pasteurized cow's milk. Classified under HTS 0406.90.18.00 as 'other' Edam and Gouda, outside specific fresh or processed subheadings. Meets Chapter 4 criteria for natural cheese without additives beyond cultures.
Smoked Gouda Cheese Block
A block of Gouda lightly smoked over hardwood, retaining classic nutty flavor with a golden rind. HTS 0406.90.18.00 covers this as 'other' Edam/Gouda since smoking doesn't alter base classification per Chapter notes. Exclusively cow's milk-derived without emulsifiers.
Herb-Infused Edam Cheese Wedge
Semi-hard Edam cheese wedge flavored with dill and parsley, mild and nutty from cow's milk. Falls under HTS 0406.90.18.00 as 'other' Edam/Gouda varieties not specified elsewhere. Herbs are minor additions not affecting primary cheese classification.
Reduced-Fat Gouda Cheese
Gouda cheese with 20-30% less fat than standard, maintaining semi-hard texture for slicing. Classified HTS 0406.90.18.00 as other Edam/Gouda, provided butterfat exceeds 0.5% threshold excluding low-fat quotas. Meets natural cheese definition without substitutes.
Farmhouse Edam Cheese
Artisanal Edam from raw cow's milk, aged in cloth-bound wheels with earthy flavors. HTS 0406.90.18.00 for 'other' Edam/Gouda not fitting quota-specific forms like grated. Excludes dehydrated or ghee per butter note.
Spiced Gouda Ball
Round Gouda ball coated in spices like cumin or caraway, popular in Dutch markets. Under HTS 0406.90.18.00 as other Edam/Gouda; spices don't trigger preparation status. Natural milkfat 45-50% without emulsifiers.
Mild Edam Slices
Pre-sliced mild Edam cheese in vacuum packs, supple for sandwiches from cow's milk. HTS 0406.90.18.00 captures sliced 'other' Edam/Gouda outside grated quotas. Conforms to dairy spread exclusion with >39% milkfat.
Old Gouda Cheese Chunk
Crystal-crunchy Old Gouda chunks aged 24+ months, sharp and brittle texture. Classed HTS 0406.90.18.00 for mature 'other' Gouda forms. Dry matter >70% but not molded concentrate per notes.
Cumin Gouda Cheese Wheel
Full wheel of Gouda embedded with cumin seeds, aromatic and savory. HTS 0406.90.18.00 as flavored 'other' Edam/Gouda; seeds integral not preparation. Milkfat 80-95% range excluded from butter substitutes.