Artisanal Norwegian Gudbrandsdalsost Wedge from China
Gudbrandsdalsost in wedge form, crafted from goat's milk whey per traditional Norwegian methods, resulting in caramel-brown, sliceable cheese. Falls under HTS 0406.90.20.00 for Gjetost cheeses made from goat's whey or permitted goat/cow mixtures. Artisanal production maintains strict whey composition meeting the subheading's technical specifications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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)
Import Tips
• Pre-cut wedges may trigger 0406.90.97 classification - import whole wheels when possible
• Norwegian origin often qualifies for specific TRQ allocations under cheese notes
• Maintain cold chain documentation proving <40°F during transit for FDA compliance