Canadian Gouda Cheese Wheels Sealed from Germany
Whole Gouda cheese wheels repackaged in large airtight containers exceeding 1.4kg, originating from Canadian dairy under USMCA general note 11. Classified 0406.90.74 and eligible for special treatment under 9823.04.47 per note 4(b)(2).
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document cheese aging process if ripened status questioned; ensure container labeling meets both USMCA and FDA requirements; refrigerated transport mandatory