Bulk Canadian Cheddar Cheese Granules from China
Industrial-grade granulated Cheddar cheese powder from Canada, compliant with note 18 for raw milk aging without licensing needs. Classified HTS 0406.20.31.10 as grated Canadian Cheddar under quota provisions. Essential for large-scale food processing operations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
36%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use triple-wall bulk bags with proper liners to maintain granule integrity during ocean shipping
• Pre-clear quota availability through USDA even for license-exempt Canadian entries
• Document exact granulation size as 'grated/powdered' vs. 'crumbled' affects subheading