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New Zealand Swiss Eye Cheese Loaf

Loaves of Swiss-style cheese from New Zealand with eye formation, under HTS 0406.90.44.00 General Note 15 provisions. Balanced sweet-savory profile from pasture-raised milk.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.4%+17.5%23.9%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.90.76Higher: 27.5% vs 23.9%

If Cheddar-processed blend

If containing Cheddar elements, enters Cheddar quota subheadings.

0406.90.86Higher: 27.5% vs 23.9%

If Edam/Gouda style

Similar eye but different style shifts to Edam/Gouda quotas.

1901.90.61Higher: 33.5% vs 23.9%

If dried or powdered form

Dehydrated versions classify under food preparations if over dry matter limits.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Fits under 'any country' 300,000 kg; license via USDA for flexibility

β€’ Certify against chapter exclusions like high lactose content

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