Organic Canadian Cheddar Cheese Powder

Finely grated and powdered organic Cheddar cheese produced in Canada from unpasteurized cow's milk, aged over 9 months, meeting additional U.S. note 18 requirements without licensing. Classified under HTS 0406.20.31.10 as grated Cheddar cheese entered pursuant to quota provisions for Canadian product. Ideal for seasoning blends, snacks, and food manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China16%+17.5%33.5%
🇲🇽Mexico16%+10.0%26%
🇨🇦Canada16%+10.0%26%
🇩🇪Germany16%+10.0%26%
🇯🇵Japan16%+10.0%26%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.90.08Lower: 29.5% vs 33.5%

If not grated/powdered but in blocks or slices

Ungrated Cheddar cheese falls under other Cheddar subheadings outside the specific Canadian quota exemption.

2106.90.64Lower: 27.5% vs 33.5%

If containing additives exceeding dairy spread limits

Processed cheese products with emulsifiers or non-dairy fats are excluded from Chapter 4 per chapter notes.

1901.90.34Lower: 27.5% vs 33.5%

If butterfat content 0.5% or less by weight

Low-fat cheese substitutes fall under separate quota provisions in additional U.S. note 23.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain Canadian government certification confirming unpasteurized milk origin and 9+ months aging to qualify for license exemption under note 18

Verify product meets exact Cheddar definition and quota provisions; improper documentation leads to reclassification

Maintain cold chain documentation as grated cheese powder is perishable; declare exact weight excluding inedible packaging