Gouda Cheese and Herb Spread
Creamy spread made from Gouda cheese blended with garlic and herbs, 60% cheese content for direct consumption. Classified in HTS 0406.90.86.00 as a mixture processed from Gouda under U.S. note 20 quota provisions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not derived from Edam/Gouda
Mixtures from other cheeses fall under general quota-limited other cheese subheading.
If retail-packaged with >50% non-cheese fillers
High non-cheese content classifies as cheese substitute preparations in Chapter 19.
If fruit/herb jam-based with minor cheese
Predominantly jam products with cheese as ingredient shift to jams chapter.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document minimum cheese content to qualify as 'containing/processed from' Gouda; apply for quota license via USDA portal early in calendar year; label accurately to prevent FDA scrutiny
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