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Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0406.90.48.00
Swiss Emmentaler Cheese Wheels
Large wheels of authentic Swiss Emmentaler cheese featuring characteristic large eyes formed during fermentation, made from unpasteurized cow's milk and aged for flavor development. Classified under HTS 0406.90.48 as 'other' Swiss or Emmentaler cheese with eye formation, distinct from grated or powdered forms. Meets chapter requirements for Emmentaler with eye formation but not specifically quota-limited subheadings.
Gruyere AOP Cheese Loaves
Protected Designation of Origin (AOP) Gruyere cheese from Switzerland with signature large eyes, produced in traditional large wheels then cut into loaves. Falls under HTS 0406.90.48 as 'other' Swiss or Emmentaler cheese with eye formation, encompassing regional variants like Gruyere. Distinct nutty flavor from extended aging meets Emmentaler-style criteria.
Appenzeller Cheese with Propionibacteria Eyes
Swiss Appenzeller cheese featuring eyes from Propionibacterium freudenreichii fermentation, classified as Emmentaler-type with eye formation under HTS 0406.90.48. Semi-hard cow's milk cheese with herbal rind and complex flavor profile from regional production methods. 'Other' category captures regional Swiss cheeses meeting eye formation criteria.
Norwegian Jarlsberg Cheese Blocks
Semi-soft Norwegian Jarlsberg cheese with large characteristic eyes, made using Emmentaler methods but with milder flavor. Classified under HTS 0406.90.48 as other eye-formation Swiss/Emmentaler cheese. Popular for slicing and melting applications.
Bulk Emmentaler Cheese for Further Processing
Large format Emmentaler cheese imported in bulk for industrial shredding, slicing, or further ripening. Features proper eye formation per HTS 0406.90.48 specifications for Swiss/Emmentaler with eyes, other than quota-specific forms. Sold to food processors rather than retail.
Aged Emmentaler Deli Slices
Pre-sliced Emmentaler cheese aged 12+ months with well-developed eyes, packaged for deli counter sales. Classifies under HTS 0406.90.48 as other eye-formation Emmentaler not specifically provided for elsewhere. Vacuum-sealed for extended shelf life.
Berner Hobelkäse Shavings
Traditional Swiss Berner Hobelkäse (shaver cheese) with large eyes, cut into extra-thick slabs for traditional shaving. HTS 0406.90.48 classification for eye-formation Emmentaler variants intended for specialty presentation. Extra aging develops crystalline texture.
Organic Swiss Cheese with Eyes
Certified organic Emmentaler-style cheese produced to EU organic standards with characteristic eye formation. Classifies under HTS 0406.90.48 as other eye-formation Swiss cheese meeting organic production requirements. Grass-fed milk source.
L'Etivaz Alpage Cheese
Seasonal Swiss L'Etivaz cheese made only in summer pastures using raw milk, developing large eyes characteristic of high-altitude Emmentaler production. AOP protected product under HTS 0406.90.48 for eye-formation Swiss variants. Smoky, complex flavor profile.
Rindless Eye Swiss Cheese Blocks
Emmentaler cheese with fully developed eyes, rind removed and vacuum-packed in block form for processing. Still classified HTS 0406.90.48 as eye-formation Swiss cheese despite rind removal. Preferred by industrial users.