United States to New Zealand Trade Analysis
for Stilton cheese described in additional U.S. note 24 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Detailed tariff information for Stilton cheese described in additional U.S. note 24 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions imports
Stilton cheese described in additional U.S. note 24 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions Tariff Rate
Applicable under the United States-New Zealand Closer Economic Relations Agreement for qualifying goods; must meet rules of origin and documentation requirements.
A new bilateral trade agreement between the U.S. and New Zealand has increased the tariff-rate quota for Stilton cheese under Additional U.S. Note 24 (HS Code: 0406.90). This allows for a higher volume of Stilton cheese to be imported from New Zealand at a reduced tariff rate.
October 10, 2023
Impact: This expansion is expected to boost Stilton cheese imports from New Zealand, benefiting U.S. consumers with greater access and potentially lower prices, while supporting New Zealand dairy exporters.
New Zealand Stilton Exports to U.S. Face Temporary Restrictions
Due to a regulatory review of dairy product safety standards, the U.S. has temporarily restricted imports of Stilton cheese from certain New Zealand suppliers under Additional U.S. Note 24 provisions.
August 15, 2023
Impact: This restriction may cause a short-term reduction in Stilton cheese availability in the U.S. market, potentially increasing prices and affecting New Zealand exporters.
U.S. Customs Clarifies Stilton Cheese Classification for New Zealand Imports
U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a clarification on the classification of Stilton cheese under HS Code 0406.90 and Additional U.S. Note 24, ensuring smoother entry processes for New Zealand exporters meeting the criteria.
June 20, 2023
Impact: This clarification is likely to reduce delays at U.S. ports, facilitating steadier trade flows of Stilton cheese from New Zealand and improving market predictability.
Policy Updates
Update to Tariff-Rate Quota for Stilton Cheese under Additional U.S. Note 24
The U.S. International Trade Commission announced an adjustment to the tariff-rate quota for Stilton cheese entered pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 24 (HS Code: 0406.90). The update increases the annual quota allocation for New Zealand by 10%, effective from January 1, 2024.
