Washed Curd Cheese Block from Germany
A firm cheese block produced using the washed curd process, similar to mild cheddar but classified distinctly as American-type. It is categorized under HTS 0406.90.84.00 for other cheeses processed from washed curd, excluding quota-specific Cheddar.
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
• Confirm production method documentation to distinguish from Cheddar quotas in Note 22; secure import license early
• Test for butterfat to avoid low-fat subheadings
• Package in bulk to prevent retail grated classification