Organic Grated Cheddar Cheese
Finely grated organic cheddar cheese made from pasteurized cow's milk, aged for flavor development, and processed into powder-like consistency for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0406.20.33.00 as grated cheddar cheese, distinct from block forms in 0406.10 or 0406.90. Meets Chapter 4 requirements for cheese derived from milk without exceeding butterfat or solids limits.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported in block form, not grated
Ungrated cheddar cheese falls under fresh cheese heading 0406.10, outside powdered subheading
If processed or blended with other cheeses
Cheddar mixtures or further processed forms classify under other cheese provisions
If contains non-milk fats or emulsifiers exceeding natural butter limits
Products replacing milk constituents move to food preparations in Chapter 21
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license due to cheddar cheese quota under Additional U.S
• Note 18; Mexico-origin prohibited
• Provide lab certification confirming grated/powdered form and cheddar characteristics to avoid reclassification as blocks
• Ensure documentation verifies milk origin and processing to comply with Chapter 4 natural composition rules
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Smoked Grated Cheddar Cheese
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White Grated Cheddar Cheese
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Marble Grated Cheddar Cheese
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Aged Reserve Grated Cheddar
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