0406.90.44.00/Emmentaler AOP Wheel from Switzerland/Canada

Emmentaler AOP Wheel from Switzerland from Canada

A large wheel of authentic Emmentaler cheese produced in Switzerland with characteristic large eyes formed by propionic acid fermentation, meeting strict AOP standards. This cheese falls under HTS 0406.90.44.00 as Swiss or Emmentaler cheese with eye formation, imported pursuant to General Note 15 provisions for quota eligibility. It has a nutty, fruity flavor from extended aging.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

16.4%

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
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Import Tips

• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required for quota under Additional U.S

• Note 25; Switzerland has 3,630,000 kg allocation

• Provide official Swiss government certification confirming eye formation and compliance with Emmentaler standards to avoid reclassification

• Ensure no Mexican origin as prohibited; verify cheese weight excludes inedible protective coverings per U.S. notes

Emmentaler AOP Wheel from Switzerland from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.90.44.00