Zero-Fat Quark Cheese from Germany
Zero-fat quark is a German-style fresh cheese from skimmed milk, containing ≤0.5% butterfat, with a creamy yet spreadable texture for baking. It is classified in HTS 0406.90.93.00 pursuant to U.S. note 23 for low-butterfat quota cheeses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide official fat analysis from producer; apply for license via USDA regulations; monitor USTR reallocations for quota shortfalls