New Zealand Colby Cheese Curds from China
Fresh Colby cheese curds from New Zealand, squeaky textured mild cheese pieces ideal for snacking or frying, made via traditional washing process. Falls under HTS 0406.90.52.00 pursuant to note 19 quota (2M kg NZ allocation) for American-type granular/washed curd cheeses excluding Cheddar.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%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)
Import Tips
• Provide process certification confirming curd washing; apply for license via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program
• Refrigerate during transit to maintain fresh status under quota
• Avoid repackaging that could imply processing