Norwegian Jarlsberg Cheese Blocks from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Norway has specific TRQ allocation - apply early in quota year; provide cutting records from wheels to blocks
• Eye formation certification required from Norwegian dairy authorities