Colby Cheese Blocks
Mild-flavored Colby cheese produced from cow's milk in large blocks, classified as American-type fresh cheese under HTS 0406.10.34.00. It meets the requirements of Additional U.S. Note 19 for quota entry, excluding Cheddar, with characteristics of unripened or lightly cured texture suitable for slicing or melting.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If lightly brined or surface-ripened
Brined fresh cheeses move to 0406.20; American-type like Colby processed this way changes classification.
If containing >0.5% butterfat and processed from American-type
Other processed cheeses and substitutes fall under 0406.90 if not strictly fresh unripened.
If low-fat (<0.5% butterfat) substitute product
Low-butterfat cheese substitutes classified in Chapter 19 preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license prior to shipment as required for Note 19 quota entries
• Provide certification of cheese type (Colby, not Cheddar) and country of origin quota eligibility
• Verify fat content and ripening status to avoid reclassification to ripened cheese subheadings
Related Products under HTS 0406.10.34.00
Washed Curd Cheese Loaves
Washed curd cheese, an American-type variety similar to mild Cheddar but excluding true Cheddar, formed into loaves for quota entry under HTS 0406.10.34.00 per U.S. Note 19. The washing process during production gives it a distinct mild flavor and firm texture.
Granular Curd Cheese Bulk
Granular cheese curd, American-type fresh cheese product used in cottage cheese production, entered under HTS 0406.10.34.00 quota provisions of U.S. Note 19. It features a crumbly, granular texture from specific coagulation process excluding Cheddar varieties.
Colby Jack Fresh Cheese Wheels
Fresh Colby Jack cheese wheels, marbled American-type cheese qualifying under HTS 0406.10.34.00 for Note 19 quota entry. Produced as unripened fresh cheese from cow's milk with characteristic mild flavor and white/orange marbling.
Mild Farmer's Cheese Curd
Fresh mild Farmer's cheese curd, pressed fresh American-type cheese entered pursuant to HTS 0406.10.34.00 and U.S. Note 19 provisions. Known for its creamy texture and high moisture content as unripened whey cheese variant.
Hoover's Hatch Colby Cheese
Hoover's Hatch brand Colby cheese, traditional American-type fresh cheese specifically described for HTS 0406.10.34.00 quota entry per Note 19. Features the classic Wisconsin-style mild flavor and semi-soft texture.
Dry Farmer's Cheese Bulk Packs
Dry Farmer's cheese in bulk packs, low-moisture American-type fresh cheese under HTS 0406.10.34.00 for Note 19 quota. Suitable for further processing into spreads or baking with its firm, crumbly texture.