Bulk Grated Colby for Processors

Industrial bulk grated Colby cheese for further food processing, entered via GN15 quotas. Fits 0406.20.34.00 as powdered/grated Colby without exceeding dairy spread definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China20%+17.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0403.90.41Lower: 17.5% vs 37.5%

If dried cream added exceeding limits

Dairy with excessive dried cream shifts to cream powders

1901.20Lower: 18.5% vs 37.5%

If mixed with sugar > certain thresholds

Sweetened cheese preparations go to infant/roux mixes in Chapter 19

0406.40Lower: 30% vs 37.5%

If blue-mold inoculated

Blue-mold cheeses have separate quota subheadings

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Declare commercial end-use for potential quota priority; ensure 80-95% milkfat compliance; coordinate with USDA for reallocation if quotas fill

Related Products under HTS 0406.20.34.00

Grated Colby Cheese

Finely grated Colby cheese made from cow's milk, specifically produced for U.S. imports under General Note 15 quota provisions. This American-style cheese is classified under 0406.20.34.00 as grated or powdered Colby, meeting the criteria for tariff-rate quota entry with controlled fat content and texture suitable for melting.

Powdered Colby Cheese

Powdered form of Colby cheese, dehydrated and ground for use in food manufacturing, entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions. Classified as powdered cheese under 0406.20 due to its grated/powdered state and Colby variety, subject to specific import quotas.

Shredded Colby Jack Cheese Blend

Pre-shredded blend primarily of Colby cheese with minimal Monterey Jack, grated for retail packaging under GN15 provisions. Falls under 0406.20.34.00 as grated Colby, recognized as American-style cheese for quota purposes.

Grated Organic Colby Cheese

Organic grated Colby cheese from grass-fed cows, imported via GN15 quota for specialty markets. Classified under 0406.20.34.00 due to its grated form and Colby characteristics, excluding synthetic additives.

Colby Cheese Powder for Baking

Fine Colby cheese powder designed for commercial baking mixes, entered under GN15 provisions. Meets 0406.20.34.00 as powdered cheese of the Colby type, with standard milkfat levels.

Pre-Grated Colby for Pizza Topping

Grated Colby cheese packaged for pizza manufacturers, pursuant to GN15 import rules. Classified in 0406.20.34.00 for its grated consistency and pure Colby composition.