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Australian Fromage Blanc

French-style fresh cheese classified under HTS 0406.10.88. Enters US under Australian preferential tariff 9822.04.35 subject to quantitative limits specified in U.S. note 15.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.10.08.00Higher: 20% vs 12.5%

If meets primary fresh cheese moisture specs

Fresh cheese heading has multiple statistical tiers based on moisture/fat matrix

9802.00.40Same rate: 12.5%

If temporary export for alteration

Temporary US exports for processing/repair use different Chapter 98 provisions

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• French cheese production method certification strengthens classification claim

• Real-time quota monitoring essential for planning

• Consider air freight for ultra-fresh varieties

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