0406.40.54.00—In original loaves
General
15%
Units
kg, kg cmsc
Column 2
35%
Special
Free (A+,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)
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Plain-English explanation
HTS 0406.40.54.00 is the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification for In original loaves. It's a 10-digit statistical line in Chapter 04: Dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, Section I: Live Animals; Animal Products, used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to determine the duty rate at entry. 2 Chapter 99 tariff modifications currently stack on top of the base rate.
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Tariff modifications(2)
Chapter 99 overlays that stack on the base rate
| Code | Authority | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9903.04.05 | other | 200% |
| 9903.88.70 | section_301 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading |
Recent CBP rulings(5)
Past CBP decisions classifying real products under this HTS code. Useful precedent when classifying a similar product — each ruling shows how CBP interpreted the code for a specific case.
The tariff classification of blue cheese from Canada.
The tariff classification of blue cheese from Canada.
The tariff classification of blue cheese, farmhouse cheese,washed rind cheese and goat camembert from Australia.
The tariff classification of Borgonzola cheese from Canada.
The tariff classification of "Bavaria Blu" cheese from Germany.
Source: CBP CROSS (view all rulings on rulings.cbp.gov →)
Frequently asked questions
What is HTS code 0406.40.54.00?
HTS 0406.40.54.00 is the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification for In original loaves. It belongs to Chapter 04 of the HTSUS.
What is the general duty rate for HTS 0406.40.54.00?
The general (Column 1) duty rate for HTS 0406.40.54.00 is 15%. This is the most-favored-nation (MFN) rate that applies to imports from World Trade Organization member countries.
Are there preferential or trade-program rates for HTS 0406.40.54.00?
Yes. Imports of HTS 0406.40.54.00 from countries party to a trade program (such as USMCA, KORUS, GSP, or the African Growth and Opportunity Act) may qualify for the special rate: Free (A+,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG). Eligibility depends on rules of origin and certification.
What is the Column 2 (statutory) rate for HTS 0406.40.54.00?
The Column 2 rate for HTS 0406.40.54.00 is 35%. This rate applies to imports from countries that do not have normal trade relations with the United States (currently Cuba and North Korea).
Are there Section 301 or Section 232 tariffs on HTS 0406.40.54.00?
Yes — HTS 0406.40.54.00 is covered by other provision 9903.04.05 (200%). 1 additional overlay also touch this code. Open the code page for the full overlay stack with effective dates and country scopes.
Does HTS 0406.40.54.00 have any antidumping or countervailing duty (AD/CVD) orders?
No active AD/CVD orders currently flag HTS 0406.40.54.00 in Tandom's catalog. Tandom monitors Federal Register notices daily; a flag will appear here within 24h of any new order's publication.
Trade programs(15)
Free Trade Agreement and special-program eligibility
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