Organic Grated Cheddar Cheese from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1250%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(1) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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