Sbrinz Grated Cheese from China
Sbrinz is a hard, granular cow's milk cheese from Switzerland, aged over 18 months for intense flavor, often grated for cooking. Classified in HTS 0406.90.42.00 as 'other' Italian-type cheeses (Sbrinz specifically named), made from cow's milk in non-loaf presentation. Fits quota provisions for such granular varieties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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
• Verify AOP certification for authentic Sbrinz; ensure dry matter and moldability don't trigger cheese concentration rules; quota tracking essential for Swiss exports