Processed Swiss Baby Swiss Slices from China
Thinly sliced processed version of Baby Swiss (mild Emmentaler-style) for club sandwiches. Falls in HTS 0406.90.92.00 as other Emmentaler-processed cheese, with smaller eyes and creamier texture. Popular in US deli counters for mild flavor profile.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Classify by Emmentaler processing, not 'Baby Swiss' marketing name; provide moisture and fat lab results; monitor low butterfat quota if <0.5%