Icelandic Eye Formation Emmentaler Block
Emmentaler-style blocks from Iceland with distinctive large eyes, entering under HTS 0406.90.44.00 per General Note 15 for quota-eligible eye cheeses. Known for clean, mild taste from pure Icelandic milk sources and traditional methods.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If quota exceeded
Excess falls to other countries' 85,276 kg pool in general eye cheese subheading.
If fresh unripened form
Unripened or soft versions classify under fresh cheeses without quota benefits.
If generic other cheese
If not meeting eye formation specs, defaults to broad other cheese quota.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use Iceland's 300,000 kg allocation; licenses mandatory from USDA for timely clearance
• Certify eye size and formation process to align with Swiss/Emmentaler criteria
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