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Australian TV Cheese (Fresh)

Fresh unripened cheese classified under HTS 0406.90.97. Australian-origin product entering under 9822.04.35 quantitative limits specified in subchapter 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 criteria

Specific fresh cheese subheadings take precedence over residual provisions

0407.90.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 12.5%

If molded or reduced fat processed

Post-fresh processing changes classification from fresh (0406) to processed (0407) cheeses

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

• Producer specifications confirming fresh status critical

• Quota utilization reports from CBP essential for planning

• Consider consolidated quota applications

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