Berner Hobelkäse Shavings from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1250%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(1) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Special packaging for thick slabs prevents eye damage; Swiss DOP certification required
• Apply under Switzerland's generous TRQ allocation
• Temperature monitoring essential for crystalline development