Fresh Cheddar Cheese Whey Blend from Germany
Unripened cheese product blending fresh cheddar curd with whey components, meeting fresh cheese criteria without ripening. Classified in HTS 0406.10.28.00 as other fresh cheddar variety, distinct from whey cheese or cured products. Used in processed cheese manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for whey concentration to avoid reclassification under 0404 modified whey provisions
• Certify no lactic cultures beyond harmless levels per butter/dairy spread definitions
• Document milk source purity - adulterated products shift to Chapter 19 or 21