Fine Powdered Extra Sharp Cheddar from China
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.
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
• Certify aging process meets Cheddar standards; obtain prior quota confirmation from USDA; label clearly as 'grated/powdered cheese' to avoid parts classification