New Zealand Colby Slices in Bulk from China
Pre-sliced bulk Colby cheese from New Zealand, semi-soft with even melting properties for food service. Classifies in HTS 0406.90.52.00 under note 19 quota (2M kg NZ) for American-type cheese in consumer-ready but quota-eligible form.
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
• Slicing doesn't trigger processing change if under quota; document as pure cheese
• Apply for USDA license with slice specs
• Ensure cold chain to avoid spoilage claims