Organic Grated Cheddar Cheese from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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