Double Gloucester Cheese from China
Double Gloucester is a rich, firm cow's milk cheese from England, traditionally clothbound and aged. It fits HTS 0406.90.63.00 as 'other cheese' under general note 15 quota entry, excluding specific types like Cheddar. Requires USDA licensing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document clothbound aging process; secure quota license timely; avoid reclassification as Cheddar due to similar origin and fat content