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📦 Goods provided for in subheading 0406.90.92

Goods provided for in subheading 0406.90.92

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Overview

Subheading 0406.90.92 of the Harmonized System (HS) Code pertains to 'Other cheese,' specifically covering cheeses not elsewhere specified or included under other subheadings of 0406. This category typically includes specialty or processed cheeses that do not fall under categories like fresh cheese, grated cheese, or specific types like cheddar or blue-veined cheese. Products in this category are traded globally and are significant in the dairy industry due to their use in culinary applications, food processing, and retail markets.

Total Trade Volume

USD 2.5 billion

Data from 2022

Source

United Nations Comtrade Database

Tariff Analysis

Average Rate

15%

Highest Rate

35% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local dairy industries)

Lowest Rate

0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA)

Common Restrictions

  • Import quotas to protect domestic dairy markets
  • Sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) measures for dairy product safety
  • Labeling and certification requirements for origin and production methods
  • High tariffs in countries with strong local dairy sectors

Market Trends

Rising demand for specialty cheeses in Asia-Pacific

Increased export opportunities for European producers targeting emerging markets like China and India

2021-2022

Shift towards organic and sustainable cheese production

Higher production costs but growing consumer willingness to pay premium prices in developed markets

2020-2022

Impact of supply chain disruptions

Delays in exports and increased logistics costs due to global shipping challenges and geopolitical tensions

2021-2022

Recent Developments

EU-UK Trade Agreement Adjustments

Post-Brexit trade agreements have led to new tariff structures for cheese exports between the EU and UK, impacting trade flows for products under HS 0406.90.92.

January 2023

Potential increase in costs for UK importers; EU exporters seeking alternative markets

US Tariff Reductions on EU Dairy Products

The United States reduced retaliatory tariffs on certain EU dairy products, including specialty cheeses, as part of a broader trade dispute resolution.

October 2022

Boosted export volumes from EU countries to the US, benefiting producers in Germany and France

China's Increased Dairy Import Standards

China implemented stricter sanitary and labeling requirements for imported dairy products, including cheeses under this category.

March 2023

Short-term delays for exporters but potential long-term benefits for consumer trust and market access