Gruyere AOP Eye Cheese from EU from Japan
Authentic Gruyere cheese with signature large eyes, produced in protected EU regions under AOP designation and qualifying under the EU-27 quota of 22,900,000 kg in Note 25. Classified here due to its Emmentaler-style eye formation from propionic acid fermentation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm EU origin and eye formation documentation for Note 25 quota eligibility; apply for license through USDA early in quota year; label clearly as 'Gruyere' to avoid reclassification