Colby-Monterey Blend Slices from Germany
Pre-sliced cheese combining Colby and Monterey Jack for sandwiches, processed from Colby base. Classified in HTS 0406.90.84.00 as other American-type cheese mixtures, excluding grated or quota-specific types.
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
• Include blend ratio documentation to prove American-type dominance; apply for USDA license per quota notes
• Slice thickness may affect fresh vs ripened classification
• Test for moisture to avoid whey concentrate rules