Gouda 48+ in blocks
Dutch-type ripened Gouda for distributors, food service and processors, made from pasteurised milk with milk fat only. Rindless blocks with a few small round holes, mild and lightly nutty in taste. Shipped chilled in reefer containers.
Key facts
| Product | Gouda 48+, Dutch-type ripened cheese, rindless block |
|---|---|
| Packing and carton weight | rindless blocks in film; block weight confirmed in each offer |
| Cartons and tonnes per 40ft | reefer container, chilled (not frozen); tonnage confirmed in each offer |
| Origin | European Union, country confirmed in each offer |
| Approval | EU plant approval number indicated on the health certificate |
| Shelf life | confirmed in each offer |
| Temperature | 2–10 °C |
| Lead time | loading 7–14 days after the order is placed |
| Incoterms | CIF / CFR / FOB |
| Documents | health certificate and certificate of origin for each shipment; pre-shipment inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Inspection | SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Minimum order | One full container |
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Specifications
| Product | Gouda 48+, Dutch-type ripened cheese, rindless block |
|---|---|
| Origin | European Union, country confirmed in each offer |
| Fat in dry matter | min. 51.3 %; milk fat only, no other fat |
| Moisture | max. 43.3 % |
| pH and salt | pH 5.1–5.5; salt in dry matter 3.3 %; protein 22.8 g/100 g |
| HS code | 0406 90 78 |
| Packing | rindless blocks in film; block weight confirmed in each offer |
| Container | reefer container, chilled (not frozen); tonnage confirmed in each offer |
| Storage | 2–10 °C |
| Shelf life | confirmed in each offer |
| Halal | Halal certificate on request, confirmed in each offer |
| Documents | health certificate and certificate of origin for each shipment; pre-shipment inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Lead time | loading 7–14 days after the order is placed |
Trade terms
Incoterms
CIF / CFR / FOB
Minimum order
Minimum one 20ft dry container for milk powder
Inspection
Pre-shipment inspection by SGS available at the buyer's request (quality, quantity, temperature).
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Frequently asked questions
What does Gouda 48+ mean?
At least 48 % fat in dry matter. This specification guarantees min. 51.3 %.
How is Gouda shipped?
Chilled, in reefer containers. Storage between 2 and 10 °C.
Is the block weight fixed?
The block weight, the tonnage per container and the shelf life are confirmed in each offer.
Is there a technical data sheet?
Yes. The ATC technical data sheet (PDF) can be downloaded on this page. The supplier's full specification is shared with each offer.