Processed Emmentaler Slices from Germany
Pre-sliced processed Emmentaler cheese for sandwiches and melting, meeting U.S. Note 22 criteria. Classified HTS 0406.90.90.00 as containing/processed from Emmentaler without eye formation. Subject to specific import quota licensing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document lack of eye formation with production photos/lab tests; track quota usage via USDA portal; label clearly to distinguish from primary Emmentaler