Cheddar Cheese Powder for Snacks

Specialty powdered Cheddar cheese designed for snack seasoning, qualifying under Cheddar TRQ note 18. Classified in HTS 0406.20.31.90 as powdered cheese 'other' for quota entry. Provides intense flavor for cheese-flavored products.

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.

1901.90.61Same rate: 33.5%

If prepared with sweeteners or flavors

Sweetened/flavored cheese powders become chapter 19 preparations under quota note 10.

0406.10.84Lower: 27.5% vs 33.5%

If fresh rather than ripened Cheddar

Unripened grated cheeses have separate quota provisions.

1702.90.20Lower: 17.5% vs 33.5%

If high lactose content from whey processing

Whey lactose products over 95% classify under sugars, excluded by chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Validate powder particle size meets grated/powdered specs; secure quota license before vessel loading; test for moisture content per chapter butter standards

Related Products under HTS 0406.20.31.90

Grated Aged Cheddar Cheese

Finely grated cheddar cheese made from cow's milk, aged over 9 months, and imported under the U.S. quota provisions of additional note 18 to chapter 4. This product falls under HTS 0406.20.31.90 as grated Cheddar cheese entered pursuant to quota requirements, distinct from in-quota subheadings. It meets the specific import licensing criteria for Cheddar cheese products.

Powdered Mild Cheddar Cheese

Powdered form of mild Cheddar cheese produced from pasteurized cow's milk, entered pursuant to the Cheddar cheese quota in additional U.S. note 18. Classified under HTS 0406.20.31.90 for grated or powdered Cheddar outside primary in-quota categories. Used primarily in food manufacturing for its fine texture.

Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese Blend

Grated sharp Cheddar cheese blended from multiple aged batches, qualifying as Cheddar under quota note 18 for licensed imports. HTS 0406.20.31.90 covers this 'other' grated Cheddar not specified elsewhere. Essential for pizza toppings and ready meals.

Fine Powdered Extra Sharp Cheddar

Ultra-fine powdered extra sharp Cheddar cheese from long-aged wheels, imported via TRQ provisions of note 18. Falls precisely under HTS 0406.20.31.90 as powdered Cheddar cheese 'other' category. Ideal for seasoning and industrial cheese powders.

Grated Organic Cheddar Cheese

Grated Cheddar cheese produced from organic cow's milk, entered pursuant to chapter 4 quota requirements. HTS 0406.20.31.90 applies to this organic variant as 'other' grated Cheddar under licensed imports. Meets strict organic certification alongside dairy standards.

Bulk Grated Cheddar for Processing

Industrial bulk grated Cheddar cheese for food processing, imported under licensed quota provisions. HTS 0406.20.31.90 covers this commercial form as 'other' Cheddar grated cheese. Packaged in large bags for manufacturers.