Sliced Colby Cheese for Retail from Germany
Pre-sliced Colby cheese packaged for grocery retail, with plastic film separation to prevent sticking, mild flavor ideal for sandwiches. Though sliced, principal classification remains HTS 0406.90.51.00 under general note 15 for quota Colby imports. Slicing is minor processing not changing heading.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Label slices with fiber content and origin for FDA; declare as cheese not processed
• Ensure vacuum packaging for shelf life during transit
• Check quota year calendar alignment