Aged Gammelost Crumbles from Germany
Pre-crumbled Gammelost from extended aging offers intense umami from whey fermentation of skim milk. Remains under HTS 0406.90.49.00 as intact Gammelost cheese, not processed into powder. Used in baking or as topping.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Differentiate from whey products >95% lactose (heading 1702) via lab analysis
• Label as 'crumbled but not powdered' to avoid 0402 reclassification
• Track quota usage monthly via USDA portal